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KKR signs deal to buy 10% stake in Shriram Gen Insurance for Rs 1,800 cr

KKR's investment builds on strong tailwinds in the Indian general insurance space and SGI's continued expansion into new segments and investment in its digital capabilities

Shriram General Insurance
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Founded in 2008, Shriram General Insurance is a joint venture between Shriram Capital, the holding company for Shriram Group’s financial services business, and Sanlam, a leading pan-African financial services group.

Shine Jacob Chennai
Global investment major KKR & Co has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a 9.99 per cent stake in Shriram General Insurance (SGI) for around Rs 1,800 crore. The stake is currently owned by Shriram Capital.

“KKR’s investment will position Shriram General Insurance for continued growth in India’s fast-growing general insurance industry,” the insurer said in a statement. The agreement awaits regulatory approvals. SGI was valued at around Rs 18,000 crore. There will be one representation from KKR on Shriram General’s board post the consummation of the deal.

KKR’s investment builds on strong tailwinds in the Indian general insurance industry and

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