Deals And Mergers

Why Akzo Nobel India’s minority shareholders may have got a profitable exit

JSW Paints’ acquisition of the Dulux-maker has been designed as a win-win for all including shareholders, but much depends on what happens next

Quick Take: Torrent Pharma puts the money where its heart is

Torrent’s India business has been outperforming the domestic market

Why investors should track UK’s British Steel rescue

While the immediate problem has been addressed, a long-term solution is needed. How that scenario plays out can affect private steel players

Will ITC’s acquisition of a commodity business aid its valuation?

The acquired business saw its performance dip in FY25 due to difficult industry conditions, with soft demand, falling product prices and rising input costs hurting margins

Bain Capital brings the much-needed shine to Manappuram Finance’s gold business

Bain’s entry gives the sparkle to India’s gold loan market as much as gold adds a shine to Bain’s portfolio.

Green Channel Route via CCI: Challenges in streamlining M&A approvals

The Green Channel route introduced to expedite M&A approvals has become less effective due to stricter interpretations and complex new rules. The CCI should reconsider changes to foster a more business-friendly and efficient regulatory environment for non-problematic transactions

M&A in India: The Case for an Integrated Code

Valuation is a cornerstone of every M&A transaction, influencing deal structure, pricing, and stakeholder decision-making. However, the current regulatory framework governing valuation is fractured.