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Peak XV sells stake in Go Digit to JP Morgan, Aditya Birla MF for ₹100 cr
JP Morgan and Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund have collectively acquired over 33.3 lakh shares of Go Digit General Insurance from Peak XV Partners for Rs 100 crore through open market transactions. Following the transaction, shares of Go Digit General Insurance on Friday rose 5 per cent to Rs 318 apiece on the National Stock Exchange (NSE). US-based JP Morgan through its affiliate JP Morgan (Taiwan) Eastern Technology Fund and Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund purchased 33,33,500 shares representing nearly a 0.4 per cent stake in Bengaluru-based Go Digit General Insurance, according to the block deal data executed on Thursday on the exchange. The shares were acquired at an average price of Rs 300 apiece, taking the combined deal value to Rs 100 crore. Meanwhile, venture capital firm Peak XV Partners through its arm Peak XV Partners Growth Investments III offloaded the same number of shares in the transaction, as per the data. The stake sale comes after Peak XV Partners fully exi
Go Digit Insurance shares jump 9% after Rs 100 crore block deal attracts MFs, global investor
Go Digit General Insurance shares saw a significant jump. This surge followed a Rs 100-crore block deal. Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund and JPMorgan Taiwan Eastern Technology Fund acquired shares. Peak XV Partners Growth Investments III was the seller.
Go Digit shares climb 10% as institutional investors pick up stake
According to NSE, Aditya Birla Sunlife Mutual Fund has purchased 2.1 million shares of Digit General Insurance, while JPMorgan (Taiwan) Eastern Technology Fund also acquired 1.1 million shares.
Dividend Alert: This Aditya Birla NBFC Arm Declares Rs 9/Share Payout; Check Details
The proposed dividend is subject to approval by shareholders at the company's upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM).
HDFC MF Halts Gold ETF Investments Exceeding Rs 25 Crore; Limits FoF To Rs 10 Lakh
The move is aimed at managing inflows into the gold-linked investment products amid heightened interest in the asset class.
India insurance market to grow 10.7% annually over next decade, fastest among major markets, says Allianz
India's insurance market is set for rapid expansion, becoming the world's fastest-growing. Projections show significant annual growth over the next decade. This surge is fueled by a large underinsured population and evolving demographics. Key segments like health, life, and property and casualty insurance will see substantial increases. Government initiatives aim to boost access and stability.
Vodafone Idea shares rally 7% to fresh 52-week high despite market crash. What's behind the surge?
Vodafone Idea shares surged nearly 7% to a new 52-week high after ICRA upgraded the telecom operator’s rating and revised its outlook. Investor sentiment was further boosted by lower AGR dues, promoter support from the Aditya Birla Group and Citi removing its ‘High Risk’ tag while maintaining a bullish outlook.
Aditya Birla Group Emerges Front Runner To Buy Shell's Sprng Energy For $1.7 Billion
As part of the process, the Aditya Birla Group will conduct due diligence over the next three to four weeks before deciding on a final agreement.
Aditya Birla Group seen as front-runner in $1.7-billion-plus deal for Shell’s Sprng Energy: report
Aditya Birla Group has emerged as front runner to buy Shells Indian renewable platform Sprng Energy for over $1.7 billion, edging KKR, though talks remain ongoing and non-binding.
India Inc deepens AI adoption to stay ahead of legal curve
Major Indian corporations are swiftly integrating artificial intelligence into their legal departments. This approach is enhancing the efficiency of contract assessments, monitoring compliance and automating routine legal tasks. Firms such as the Aditya Birla Group and Adani Group are harnessing AI technologies to reduce legal expenditures and optimise operations.
Credit keeps its lead over deposits as gold loans shine bright
Bank credit is growing faster than deposits. Lending to industries is slowing down due to global uncertainties. Loans against gold jewellery are still increasing, though at a slightly slower pace. Overall, banks are seeing a shift in their lending patterns. This trend is expected to continue with moderating credit growth this fiscal.
Banks, pharma, IT: Where this CIO is placing his bets right now
Ajit Banerjee, CIO of Shriram Life Insurance, says weak monsoon forecasts, rising food inflation and elevated crude oil prices could keep markets volatile in the near term. Despite global uncertainty, he remains cautiously optimistic on India, favouring large-cap banks, pharma, IT, FMCG and upstream oil & gas stocks. Banerjee believes India can still deliver returns if crude remains in the $85-90 range and earnings growth improves.