Mutual Funds Power Corporate Acquisitions: Financing Deals in India
2025-02-05
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Business Standard
In a significant trend, mutual funds are increasingly being tapped by companies to finance their acquisitions. Recent deals such as Mankind Pharma's acquisition of Bharat Serums and Vaccines, Nirma's acquisition of Glenmark Life Sciences, and Tata Consumer's acquisitions of Capital Foods and Organic India have all been made possible with debt-financing from mutual funds, as reported by market participants. This shift highlights the growing importance of mutual funds in corporate finance and mergers and acquisitions, providing companies with the necessary capital to drive growth and expansion in the industry, leveraging investment strategies and financial solutions.