Fundraising

Firms get second shot at IPO jackpot as buoyant markets offer a lifeline

So far in 2024, 68 firms have raised over Rs 1 trillion through IPOs. This is only the second time after 2021 that IPO mop-up is crossing Rs 1 trillion

Reliance Infra's shareholders approve fundraise of Rs 6,000 crore

The company's board of directors had approved the fundraise on September 19

Reliance Infra's Rs 6,000 cr fundraising plan gets shareholders' nod

Shareholders of Reliance Infrastructure have approved the company's plan to raise Rs 6,000 crore through preferential issue of shares and qualified institutional placement (QIP) route. Both proposals have received shareholders' approval, with over 98 per cent voting in favour of the resolutions via postal ballot, the company informed in a stock exchange disclosure. Reliance Infrastructure's board, on September 19, had approved a Rs 6,000-crore fundraise plan. Of this, Rs 3,014 crore was to be raised through preferential allotment of shares or convertible warrants, while Rs 3,000 crore will be raised by QIP. In the first phase, Reliance Infrastructure is launching the Rs 3,014 crore preferential placement by issuing 12.56 crore equity shares or convertible warrants at an issue price of Rs 240 per share. Out of this, Rs 1,104 crore will be invested by the promoters of Reliance Infrastructure through promoter company Risee Infinity Private Ltd. Risee will subscribe to 4.60 crore ...

Zepto looks to raise $100 million, marking third funding round in 6 months

Quick commerce startup Zepto is seeking funding from domestic sources, including Indian family offices and high-net-worth individuals, as it prepares for its upcoming IPO

Birla confident of VIL turnaround; fundraise, capex cycle bolster telco

Fundraise and subsequent capex cycle have placed Vodafone Idea on a more secure footing, ensuring it remains dynamic and competitive, Aditya Birla Group Chairman Kumar Mangalam Birla said on Tuesday exuding confidence about the telco scripting a turnaround. During the inauguration of IMC and ITU-WTSA 2024, Birla told reporters that while Vodafone Idea Ltd (VIL) has been written off several times in the past, it is about time that such impressions about the company are shed. Speaking at the inaugural ceremony, Birla said he is confident that with continued support of the government, VIL will do its part in realising India's digital destiny. "With the continued support of the government, I am confident that we will do our part to realise the Prime Minister's digital India destiny. I am a firm believer in the transformative power of India's telecom sector and I see it as a bridge to a more connected, empowered and prosperous India," Birla said. It is pertinent to mention that promoter

Oberoi Realty's board approves proposal to raise up to Rs 6,000 cr

Company acquired Nirmal Lifestyle Realty Private under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code in August

Adani Green's 4 subsidiaries plan to raise up to $1 bn in dollar bonds

"The companies may tap the market before the end of this month, once it judges the pulse of investors in upcoming roadshows," one of the bankers said

Chennai-based Refex to raise Rs 927 crore through preferential issue

This funding comes at an opportune time as Refex continues to innovate in logistics for ash management, addressing environmental challenges associated with thermal power plant operations

IndiGrid unitholders approve move to raise Rs 695 cr via preferential issue

Infrastructure investment trust India Grid Trust on Thursday said it has received unitholders approval to raise up to Rs 695 crore through a preferential issue. During an extraordinary meeting held on Thursday, the unitholders gave their go-ahead for "issuance of units on a preferential basis for an aggregate consideration of up to Rs 695 crore", according to a regulatory filing. IndiGrid is India's first and largest Infrastructure Investment Trust (InvIT) in the power transmission sector. It owns, operates, and manages power transmission networks and renewable energy assets that deliver reliable power throughout India. As per its website, its assets under management (AUM) stand at Rs 29,255 crore. It has 22,550 MVA electricity transformation capacity.

Banks turn to CD issuances in September amid sluggish deposit growth

Banks have issued Rs 7.78 trillion worth of CDs in the current calendar year until August 2024, compared to Rs 4.9 trillion in the same period of 2023, registering a 59 per cent growth

Reliance Infra board approves preferential issue worth Rs 3,014 crore

Looks to raise another Rs 3000 cr from QIP

Playbook Partners marks first close of maiden $250 mn growth fund

In response to strong institutional investor interest, the fund is using the green-shoe option and can grow up to $250 million, Playbook Partners said

Adani Group plans Rs 40K cr fundraise from retail, HNI investors via NCDs

Adani group's recent corporate filings show that as of March 31, 2024, domestic lenders had an exposure of Rs 88,100 crore to various Adani Group entities through long-term and working capital loans

NTPC receives shareholders' approval to raise up to Rs 12,000 crore

State-owned power giant NTPC on Friday said it has got shareholders' approval to raise up to Rs 12,000 crore through issuance of non-convertible debentures (NCDs) on a private placement basis. "All resolutions proposed at the 48th Annual General Meeting were passed with requisite majority," the company said in a BSE filing. The board of directors of the company in its meeting held on 29th June, 2024 has approved the proposal and recommends the passing of the proposed special resolution (for raising up to Rs 12,000 crore in next 12 months), the AGM notice of NTPC had stated. The notice had further said that the company is under capacity expansion mode, and a major portion of its capital expenditure requirement has to be funded by debt. The approval of the shareholders is being sought to authorize the board of directors to make offer(s) or invitation(s) to subscribe to the secured/unsecured, redeemable, taxable/tax-free, cumulative/non-cumulative, non-convertible debentures (NCDs/bon

Zepto adds $340 million to basket; valuation at $5 billion ahead of IPO

General Catalyst, Dragon Fund, Epiq Capital led the round

Resourceful Automobile makes a tepid debut but ends on the upper circuit

Resourceful Automobile's initial public offering (IPO) was a fresh issue of Rs 12 crore and raised eyebrows as it was subscribed a whopping 419 times

SBI's mega tier II debt issue may boost fundraising via such notes: Bankers

On Wednesday, India's largest lender SBI raised Rs 7,500 crore ($894.1 million) through 15-year tier II bonds, with a 10-year call option at 7.42 per cent coupon

Canara Bank mops up Rs 3,000 crore in additional Tier-I bonds at 8.27%

The coupon was lower than market expectations; this is the first AT-I issuance by a bank in FY25

PSUs set to issue long term bonds worth Rs 5,000 cr to meet investor demand

None of the companies replied to Reuters emails seeking comments. The merchant bankers did not want to be named because they are not authorized to talk to media

Bluestone raises Rs 900 cr in pre-IPO round, valuation doubles to $970 mn

Rs 900 crore raised by Bluestone includes Rs 600 crore in primary capital infusion, while the remaining Rs 300 crore came from secondary share sales