Foreign Investments Series 1: Handbook on Foreign Direct Investment
Foreign investment in India has always been a sensitive subject till LPG reforms. After independence, India adopted a highly regulated…
Private Equity/Venture Capital Deals: July 2025
July 2025 kept the private equity investment momentum going with a mix of mega secondary transactions, growth-stage bets, and niche…
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Hyatt Ruling on Permanent Establishment: Implications for PE/VC Fund Structures in India
Multinational enterprises often conduct business in foreign jurisdictions through Permanent Establishments (“PEs”)—a concept that holds significant relevance under the income…
The Art of Drafting Founders Agreements: Aligning Vision, Equity, and Control
In this article, I’ll walk you through the key clauses every ideal Founders Agreement should include. For reference, you can…
Mind Behind Labubu/Lafufu: How Pop Mart Built—and Risks—Its Collectible Empire
Pop Mart’s heavy reliance on its Labubu blind‑box model offers a high‑velocity consumer brand fueled by Gen Z demand—but risks abound. Trend…
Understanding Convertible Note in India
If you're a startup in its early stages and grappling with valuation uncertainties, issuing Convertible Notes can be a smart…
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Private Equity/Venture Capital Deals: May 2025
The diversity seen in May’s deal activity highlights a balanced investor strategy: long-term infrastructure and capital-intensive projects on one hand,…
Understanding a Shareholder Agreement
In India’s private equity (PE) landscape, investors typically acquire minority stakes in promoter-led, unlisted companies. This limited equity exposure compels…
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Private Equity/Venture Capital Deals: June 2025
The June activity reflects a more mature and calculated investment approach. Investors are showing a clear tilt toward control deals,…
