Special Reports

Deep Insights from the Experts

  2. India’s Pharma Pulse: Empowering India’s Healthcare Potential

    India’s pharmaceutical sector is strengthening its role as the “Pharmacy of the World,” driven by robust domestic manufacturing—85% locally produced, supported by 10,000+ facilities and 650 USFDA-approved plants. The industry supplies 20% of global generics and 60% of UN ...read more

    published on Nov 21, 2025

  3. Global Private Equity Factbook – Q3 2025

    In Q3 2025, global private equity (PE) investments increased as concerns over interest rate hikes eased, and macroeconomic conditions stabilized. PE dealmaking is expected to continue its gradual upswing through Q4 2025 and into 2026, supported by improving ...read more

    published on Nov 06, 2025

  5. Corporate Venture Capital: Q2 2025 Insights and Analysis

    Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) deal activity declined in Q2, as funds maintained a cautious approach and continued to focus on established companies within innovation-driven industries.The second quarter of 2025 witnessed a stable pace of deal-making ...read more

    published on Jul 25, 2025

  8. Exploring the Growth of Japanese Healthcare in India

    We explore the growing presence of Japanese healthcare companies in India, highlighting how firms—ranging from diagnostic imaging and endoscopic device manufacturers to pharma and biopharma service providers—are leveraging India’s expanding h ...read more

    published on May 30, 2025

  9. The Rise of Continuous Glucose Monitoring: A Market Overview

    Diabetes affects over 500 million people worldwide, creating significant healthcare and economic challenges, with many cases going undiagnosed. The growing prevalence of Type 1, Type 2, and prediabetes is driving rapid adoption of Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) ...read more

    published on May 15, 2025

  10. Exploring the Future of 3D Printing in Healthcare

    3D printing in healthcare is redefining precision medicine, with applications spanning personalized prosthetics, patient-specific implants, drug delivery, and surgical planning. The market is projected to grow from USD 2 Bn in 2025 to USD 9 Bn by 2033 at ...read more

    published on May 14, 2025

  13. Q4 2024: A Comprehensive Overview of Private Equity

    In Q4 2024, private equity (PE) investments rebounded, driven by lower interest rates and tighter credit spreads compared with the previous quarter. Looking ahead, PE activity is expected to grow, supported by regulatory shifts, economic stability, ...read more

    published on Feb 25, 2025

  16. Latest Trends in Global M&A Activity

    Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) deal activity serves as a vital indicator of economic health and showcase companies' strategies for growth. As businesses respond to changing environments, the M&A landscape shifts, revealing evolving priorities ...read more

    published on Oct 15, 2024

  18. Unlocking Insights: Global Private Equity Q2 2024 Report

    In Q2 2024, private equity investments rebounded, driven by favorable interest rates and ample dry powder. Looking ahead, private equity activity is expected to grow in the coming quarters, supported by increasing capital availability and potential ...read more

    published on Aug 20, 2024

  20. Q3 2024 Commodity Outlook: Trends and Predictions

    Commodity prices, especially across Bulk & Specialty Chemicals and Polymers, witnessed a mixed Q2'24, while Primary metals prices increased 10-20%. The expected price movements during the upcoming quarter are critical to watch out for the ...read more

    published on Jul 05, 2024

  23. Key Insights on the Cultivated Meat Industry

    Cultured meat, or lab-grown meat, offers a revolutionary approach to protein production. By limiting the consumption of natural resources, it could significantly reduce the environmental footprint of the existing meat industry. Additionally, cultured meat promises ...read more

    published on May 02, 2024

  24. Q2 2024 Commodity Outlook: What You Need to Know

    Commodity prices, especially across Chemicals and Polymers, witnessed a sharp rebound of 10-20% in Q1'24, while Metal prices declined marginally. The expected price movements during the upcoming quarters are critical to watch out for ...read more

    published on Apr 08, 2024

  26. Unpacking COP28: Innovations Driving Global Business Forward

    Delve into the details of significant Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs), joint ventures, and transformative projects accelerating climate solutions, as discussed during COP28. Focused on pivotal advancements, Aranca explores the forefront of green hydrogen, CCUS (Carbon ...read more

    published on Feb 09, 2024

  28. Q1 2024 Commodity Outlook: What You Need to Know

    Commodity prices fell sharply by 20-25% across the board in 2023, are further expected to decline by 4% in 2024. These trends, coupled with an anticipated 5% decline in energy prices in 2024, will have notable implications for procurement and ...read more

    published on Jan 17, 2024

  29. Global Private Equity Factbook – Q3 2023

    In Q3 2023, private equity showed resilience by increasing capital investments despite a dip in deal volume. Although the industry foresees growth supported by the availability of dry powder, the potential influence of rising interest rates ...read more

    published on Nov 21, 2023

  30. Global Private Equity Factbook – Q2 2023

    Amid difficult macroeconomic circumstances and increased financing expense, the second quarter of 2023 showed a positive upturn in global private equity investments. This encouraging trend can largely be attributed to the influence of private credit. The ...read more

    published on Aug 16, 2023

  32. Amalgamation of AI in Pharmaceutical Drug Development

    Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the pharmaceutical industry by helping to accelerate drug discovery, improve manufacturing processes, and personalize patient care. AI-powered tools can analyze vast amounts of data to identify new drug targets, design ...read more

    published on Jul 31, 2023

  35. Bridging the Gap with White-label Fintech

    The fintech sector has witnessed rapid expansion and groundbreaking advancements, revolutionizing the delivery and consumption of financial services. White-label fintech emerges as a crucial catalyst in this transformation, enabling enterprises to utilize pre-existing financial technology ...read more

    published on May 24, 2023

  37. Global Private Equity Factbook – Q1 2023

    Global private equity investments fell in Q1 2023 due to a worsening macroeconomic environment. Consequently, PE activities are expected to slow down and equity finance is likely to play a more prominent role in driving deals. ...read more

    published on May 10, 2023

  38. Emerging Trends in Clinical Trial Landscape

    COVID-19 pandemic raised a lot of health and safety concerns, with most countries focused on containing the transmission of the virus. Amidst this, global clinical trials also faced its impact, with multiple suspensions, delays, and ...read more

    published on Apr 17, 2023

  40. Global Private Equity Factbook – Q4 2022

    Global PE investment activities improved in Q4 2022 with better access to private credit. Deal activity is anticipated to stay slow owing to the unstable macroenvironment; however, the record high level of dry powder is expected ...read more

    published on Feb 15, 2023

  41. Global Private Equity Factbook – Q3 2022

    Global PE dealmaking slowed down in Q3 2022, due to macroeconomic uncertainties, but reported the strongest nine months in the last five years, with capital investments growing at 21%. The PE deal activity is expected to remain ...read more

    published on Nov 17, 2022

  43. Portfolio Transformation in Chemicals Industry

    Over the recent past, chemical manufacturers have faced significant headwinds in the form of volatility in feedstock prices, changing needs across end-use markets, tightening of regulations, etc. To counter these headwinds, market leaders have been ...read more

    published on Jun 02, 2022

  44. Global Private Equity Factbook – Q1 2022

    Global PE activity weakened in Q1 2022 due to the uncertain macroeconomic and geopolitical factors. Deal activity is expected to remain slow in the short run and likely to pick up as the global economy recovers ...read more

    published on May 06, 2022

  46. Global Private Equity Factbook – Q4 2021

    Global PE activity increased in Q4 2021, led by a surge in capital investment and big-ticket investments. Deal activity is anticipated to remain strong in the coming quarters, given the amount of dry powder available.In ...read more

    published on Jan 19, 2022

  47. Global Private Equity Fact Book - Q3 2021

    The global private equity (PE) activity was characterized by an increase in capital invested and a decline in deal volume in Q3 2021. Deal activity is anticipated to remain buoyant in the upcoming quarters, primarily attributed ...read more

    published on Oct 19, 2021

  49. Global Private Equity Fact Book – Q2 2021

    Private equity (PE) activity across the globe grew significantly with a rise in capital invested, despite the decline in deal volume in Q2 2021. Deal activity is expected to remain robust due to abundant dry powder ...read more

    published on Jul 09, 2021

  50. Global Banking Social Media Index

    Social media is no longer a novel concept but is being widely used by billions of users around the world. For the last few years, a number of corporates and financial institutions have been employing ...read more

    published on Jul 02, 2021

  51. Microbiome Based Therapies - Emerging Therapy Area

    Microbiome-based therapeutics is a promising field with applications in various therapeutic areas. It has attracted significant commercial interest, especially in the oncology and immunology spaces. Around 575 clinical trials were launched and over 640 microbiome-related patents granted ...read more

    published on May 31, 2021

  53. Global Clean Energy Industry Outlook Special Report

    The renewable energy sector recorded significant growth over the last decade driven by technological innovation, reduction in cost and government support. Solar and wind are the key segments of renewable energy witnessing higher adoption, especially ...read more

    published on May 13, 2021

  55. Global Private Equity Fact Book (Special Edition)

    The traditional sectors such as TMT, manufacturing, and industrials have been dominating the global private equity investments over the years. However, over the last few years, investment in new age sectors such as FinTech, enterprise ...read more

    published on Apr 15, 2021

  58. Pipeline Assessment – Immuno-oncology and Gene Therapies

    Immuno-oncology (I-O) and gene therapy, given their therapeutic significance, have attracted substantial commercial interest recently. The US NIH and 11 pharmaceutical companies formed the Partnership for Accelerating Cancer Therapies (PACT), focused on advancement of treatments in ...read more

    published on Mar 02, 2021

  59. What's Behind Japan's M&A Boom

    Japan's M&A activity has remained resilient despite the COVID-19 pandemic, with Japanese firms investing around USD115 Bn to acquire domestic and international companies. The M&A activity has been primarily driven by focus on ...read more

    published on Feb 24, 2021

  61. Global Structural Bio-polymers Market

    Recyclability and sustainability initiatives, coupled with regulatory developments, are driving increased adoption of bio-polymers globally. Aranca’s special report on the structural bio-polymers market assesses the current market dynamics, recent developments and outlines the key t ...read more

    published on Feb 08, 2021

  62. Global Private Equity Fact Book

    The global private equity (PE) segment was characterized by an increase in deal sizes and a significant increase in exits in Q4 2020. The rapid recovery in investment activity is expected to continue in 2021. ...read more

    published on Jan 08, 2021

  63. Global Private Equity Fact Book

    Private equity (PE) investment activity rebounded in Q3 2020, as economies reopened and edged toward the path of recovery. The PE sector has been resilient even amid the current turbulent environment and is expected to pick ...read more

    published on Oct 08, 2020

  64. Global Private Equity Factbook

    Private equity deal activity has been resilient even in these turbulent times. The global pandemic and the resultant economic slowdown could test the competence of management and appraisal techniques of global PE firms. ...read more

    published on Jul 10, 2020

  1. Generative AI in Telecom and Media

    Generative AI could optimize networks by predicting traffic, preventing congestion, and recommending efficient routes, enhancing resource use and user experience. It could tailor services and content by analyzing user behavior, creating customized offerings. Additionally, it ...read more

    published on Jun 03, 2024

  2. Why Banks are Filing Patents Aggressively

    US banks are racing to file patents as they feel compelled to improve technical infrastructure, develop robust security measures, and enhance customer experience, leading to the emergence of many fintech products and services. Banks are ...read more

    published on Aug 17, 2021

  5. Charging the world through lithium battery recycling

    Lithium ion batteries provide added advantages over conventional batteries making them more appropriate in a world of portable electronic devices and electric vehicles. Their ability to sustain temperature variations, compact structure, rapid charging facility, and ...read more

    published on Feb 17, 2020

  1. Japan Economy – Gradual Recovery Amid Global Headwinds

    Japan’s economy is navigating a delicate balance as it enters Q4 2025, showing signs of gradual recovery after contracting in 2024. The Bank of Japan continues its gradual monetary tightening to counter persistent inflation, albeit moderating. F ...read more

    published on Nov 13, 2025

  2. GCC Capital Markets Newsletter – 3Q25

    GCC markets advanced in 3Q25, supported by improved global sentiment, solid non-oil growth, and dovish Fed signals. Equities outperformed, led by Oman and Kuwait, while bond spreads narrowed amid strong demand and record issuance. IPO ...read more

    published on Oct 31, 2025

  3. Europe Capital Markets Newsletter – 3Q25

    European markets extended their gains in 3Q25 (STOXX Europe 600 +3.3%; FTSE All-Share +5.7%), but US equities outperformed, with the S&P 500 advancing 7.9% on strong earnings momentum and policy tailwinds. Defense (+13%) and STOXX Europe 600 Banks (+13.5%) outperformed; tech and ...read more

    published on Oct 29, 2025

  4. US Capital Market Insights – Q3 2025

    US equity markets advanced in Q3 2025, supported by broad participation across sectors. Technology and communication services led gains, while smaller and value stocks also rebounded as market breadth improved. The Fed’s first rate cut i ...read more

    published on Oct 28, 2025

  5. Transition Finance & SLBs – Driving Sustainable Growth

    Transition finance channels capital to companies and projects that are actively reducing greenhouse gas emissions and building credible pathways to net zero, ensuring investments support real-world decarbonization. Core frameworks include the Science Based Targets initiative ...read more

    published on Oct 27, 2025

  6. The Rapid Surge of Bitcoin ETFs | Aranca Investment Insights

    Bitcoin Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) have rapidly gained popularity since their U.S. approval in January 2024, with global assets under management exceeding $150 billion by August 2025. Their regulated structure, lower fees, and effective price tracking make ...read more

    published on Oct 14, 2025

  8. Longevity Economy Report 2025 | Investing in an Aging World

    By 2050, the global population aged 60 and above will double to 2.1 billion, with the longevity economy projected to reach $8 trillion by 2030. This demographic transformation is reshaping markets across healthcare, finance, housing, and lifestyle, creating one of ...read more

    published on Oct 08, 2025

  11. The Rise in Global Health and Wellness Investments

    The global health & wellness sector is attracting sustained PE and VC interest, with deal activity concentrated in high-growth niches like nutrition & supplements, fitness tech, and wellness tourism. Consolidation plays and marquee transactions- such as CVC ...read more

    published on Sep 08, 2025

  12. Global Sports: Private Equity’s New Playground

    Private equity investment is reshaping global sports, as institutional capital extends well beyond traditional team ownership into media, technology, real estate, and infrastructure. Leading firms are pursuing scalable platforms and innovative revenue streams, driving record ...read more

    published on Sep 08, 2025

  14. The One Big Beautiful Act (OBBBA)

    The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), enacted amid rising U.S. fiscal pressure, shifts federal priorities by redirecting spending away from clean energy and medicaid cover to incentives toward defense, tax relief, and support ...read more

    published on Aug 22, 2025

  15. India’s Ports: New Engines of Global Trade

    India’s ports are no longer just trade gateways; they are emerging as strategic levers for industrial growth, geopolitical influence, and long-term value creation. Programs such as Sagarmala and Vision 2047 aim to double port capacity t ...read more

    published on Aug 01, 2025

  16. The Growth of the Space Economy

    In 2024, global government space spending rose to $135 billion, marking a 10% year-on-year increase, driven by rising allocations from the U.S., China, and emerging space nations. At the same time, the broader space economy is undergoing ...read more

    published on Jul 31, 2025

  17. The Evolving Role of Family Offices in the GP-LP Landscape

    As private equity markets mature and grow more complex, family offices are emerging as sophisticated and influential investors – blurring the traditional lines between Limited Partners and General Partners. This report explores how family offices are r ...read more

    published on Jul 31, 2025

  18. GCC Capital Markets Newsletter – 2Q25

    GCC markets advanced in 2Q25, supported by improved global sentiment, robust non-oil growth, and strong foreign inflows. Dubai outperformed, while Saudi lagged amid oil price weakness. Despite record sovereign issuance, bond spreads normalized post-ceasefire, aided ...read more

    published on Jul 30, 2025

  20. Tracking the Momentum of Global Take-Private Deals

    Private equity take-private activity surged in 2022, reaching a record USD 366.1 billion in deal value, driven by favourable market conditions and abundant capital. However, deal sizes have since contracted, despite a brief uptick in volume in 2023, ...read more

    published on Jul 30, 2025

  22. Brazilian Equities: Undervalued and Poised for Re-Rating

    Brazil, the largest economy in South America, is drawing renewed investor interest amid improving macroeconomic fundamentals and attractive valuations. Structural reforms have strengthened fiscal and monetary stability, bringing unemployment down to 6.2% in May 2025 from double-digit ...read more

    published on Jul 22, 2025

  23. US High-Yield Newsletter – H1’25

    The US HY bond market navigated a volatile first half of 2025, delivering a +4.6% YTD return, outperforming IG credit but trailing other risk assets like EM equities (+13%) and gold (+10%). During 1Q 2025, tariff uncertainty and recession fears ...read more

    published on Jul 18, 2025

  24. Japan Economy – Gradual Recovery Amid Global Headwinds

    Japan’s economy is navigating a delicate balance as it enters Q3 2025, showing signs of modest recovery after contracting in 2024. The Bank of Japan continues its gradual monetary tightening to counter persistent inflation, albeit moderating. F ...read more

    published on Jul 16, 2025

  25. Europe Capital Markets Newsletter – 2Q25

    European equities maintained strong momentum in Q2 2025, with the STOXX Europe 600 and FTSE All Share index rising 9.3% and 8.9%, keeping pace with the S&P 500’s 10.2% gain. Defense stocks like Rolls-Royce (+32%), Airbus (+23%), and Safran (+15%) led the c ...read more

    published on Jul 16, 2025

  26. US Capital Market Newsletter – 2Q25

    US equity markets posted solid gains in Q2 2025, led by the Magnificent Seven and other growth stocks. These stocks outperformed value equities, driven more by valuation expansion than earnings strength. While US equities lagged their ...read more

    published on Jul 09, 2025

  27. AI-Driven Excellence in Real Estate

    The implementation of AI in the real estate market investment landscape suggests a strategic shift from traditional asset-heavy models to AI-enabled service layers. Investors are prioritising companies that enhance decision-making, reduce operational costs, and improve ...read more

    published on Jul 01, 2025

  28. Solar’s Unstoppable Growth Story

    Solar energy is undergoing a transformation, driven by rapidly declining installation costs, supportive global policies, and rising demand from residential, commercial, and utility-scale consumers. Global solar capacity, growing at over 22% annually, is expected to surpass ...read more

    published on Jun 25, 2025

  32. Emerging Capital Markets Newsletter – 1Q25

    Emerging markets saw mixed performance in Q1 2025. China led with a 15% gain in the MSCI China Index, fueled by AI-driven optimism, while Brazil rose 12% on easing inflation. India lagged as investors rotated into China amid ...read more

    published on May 27, 2025

  34. GCC Capital Markets Newsletter – 1Q25

    GCC markets showed mixed performance in 1Q25 amid global trade tensions. Kuwait led with strong gains, while Saudi remained stable and Dubai saw sector-driven pullbacks. Despite external headwinds, solid PMI readings and low inflation point ...read more

    published on Apr 30, 2025

  36. US High-Yield Newsletter – 1Q25

    2024 was a banner year for U.S. High Yield (HY) corporate bonds as investors reached for yield amid tight spreads and low default risks. A confluence of higher base interest rates, improving macro conditions, and ...read more

    published on Apr 18, 2025

  37. Europe Capital Markets Newsletter – 1Q25

    European stock markets posted strong gains in Q1 2025, with the STOXX Europe 600 outperforming the S&P 500 by nearly 9%, supported by Germany’s EUR 500 billion stimulus and a shift in global capital flows. Defense stocks like R ...read more

    published on Apr 18, 2025

  38. Japan Economy – Gradual Recovery Amid Global Headwinds

    Japan’s economy is navigating a delicate balance as it enters Q2 2025, showing signs of modest recovery after contracting in 2024. The Bank of Japan continues its gradual monetary tightening to counter persistent inflation, albeit moderating. F ...read more

    published on Apr 17, 2025

  39. US Capital Market Newsletter – 1Q25

    US equity markets declined in 1Q25. The Magnificent 7 and growth sectors underperformed value stocks. US equities also underperformed non-US equities and fixed income. The decline can primarily be attributed to uncertainty around policy decisions and ...read more

    published on Apr 09, 2025

  40. Lithium-ion Battery Recycling Opportunity in India

    India’s lithium-ion battery (LIB) recycling sector is pivotal for the nation’s energy security. The country’s current reliance on imports (75% of lithium and key materials) exposes it to price volatility. In contrast, recycling offer ...read more

    published on Apr 07, 2025

  41. India Inc. – Sentiment & Outlook for 2025

    Over the past year, the S&P 500 returned 23%, while India lagged at -1% due to strong FII outflows. Despite this, India outperformed EMs over the decade (8% vs. 1%), led by small and mid-caps. FIIs turned record ...read more

    published on Mar 12, 2025

  43. Exploring the Robo-advisory Landscape

    The robo-advisory landscape has evolved significantly since its inception in the early 2010s, transitioning from basic automated investment management to offering personalized financial planning and tax optimization. Advances in AI and machine learning are enhancing ...read more

    published on Oct 16, 2024

  44. Renewable Energy: Africa's Bright Horizon

    The renewable energy sector in Africa is rapidly expanding, driven by increased public and private investments. The pace of investment has accelerated twenty-fold between 2010 and 2020, reaching over USD 55 billion committed to renewable projects. This surge ...read more

    published on Sep 27, 2024

  45. The Fertile Frontier: Investing in the European IVF Industry

    The European IVF market is growing significantly, fueled by delayed parenthood, lifestyle changes, and technological advancements such as preimplantation genetic testing and AI-driven fertility solutions. With a projected CAGR of 7.3%, strategic investments in IVF clinics, ...read more

    published on Sep 26, 2024

  46. Gold- A Lucrative Investment Opportunity

    Gold has repeatedly proved its appeal as a strategic asset amid market volatility and economic downturns. Central banks worldwide are currently bolstering their gold reserves, which is a proactive response to geopolitical tensions and fiscal ...read more

    published on Sep 25, 2024

  48. The European Club Football Investment Landscape

    European football has seen an increase in dealmaking and private investment over recent years. About 38% of clubs in Europe have connections to private capital investors. Multi-club Ownership (MCO) structures have more than doubled over the ...read more

    published on Aug 21, 2024

  49. New Entrants in the Weight Loss Drugs Market

    Weight loss drugs have gained significant prominence over the past few years. The weight loss drugs market is driven by the rising prevalence of obesity worldwide and the increasing awareness of associated health risks such ...read more

    published on Jul 19, 2024

  50. US Equity Risk Premium: Rebound Ahead

    The unprecedented interest-rate hikes by the Federal Reserve have driven Treasury yields to their highest levels in over 15 years, while investors’ optimism amid robust economic activity has resulted in more than 50% gains in the S&P ...read more

    published on Jul 17, 2024

  51. Exploring the TAMPs Landscape

    In the ever-evolving landscape of finance, advisors seek to be at the forefront of technological developments to gain competitive advantage and stay ahead in the race. The Turnkey Asset Management Platform (TAMP) is one such ...read more

    published on Jul 09, 2024

  52. AI-Driven Excellence in Hospitality

    The hospitality sector is being revolutionized by modern technology across sub-segments of the industry. Prominent private equity firms and venture capital investors continue to show steadfast interest in this sector, resulting in global trade transactions ...read more

    published on Jul 05, 2024

  53. Top clients of Indian and Global IT companies

    Management of Indian and Global IT companies have uniformly turned cautious in their commentary with regards to the overall demand scenario due to i) pullbacks on discretionary spends by clients; ii) constrained client spending; iii) ...read more

    published on Jun 19, 2024

  59. Exploring the Rise and Impact of US RIA

    There has been a global shift in recent times to clean technology as advancements in electric vehicles (EVs), as well as solar and wind energy, gain momentum. However, there are several limitations in the existing ...read more

    published on Feb 05, 2024

  62. Hearing Aid Market: Valuations are Poised for a Rebound

    Hearing loss is a major health concern globally, with over 1.5 billion people experiencing some degree of hearing impairment at the end of 2022 according to Amplifon. Among them, an estimated 430 million individuals require rehabilitation, and this ...read more

    published on Jan 15, 2024

  64. Global Fertilizer Industry: Emerging Stronger Post-Plunge

    The global fertilizer industry witnessed significant challenges during 2022 due to the high natural gas prices. The key raw material got costlier because of supply chain bottlenecks arising from the Russia–Ukraine conflict. The worldwide farmers’ aff ...read more

    published on Jan 03, 2024

  65. India's EMS Sector in Full Momentum

    COVID-19 pandemic and higher China dependency led to supply chain disruptions in electronic components and finished goods. Consequently, the global electronic manufacturing giants reduced dependency on China by shifting their manufacturing bases to countries such ...read more

    published on Jan 03, 2024

  67. India’s Electric Vehicle Transition Roadmap

    India envisions electric vehicles (EVs) dominating its future roads. Driven by a shift in global climate policies, consumer preference for environment-friendly transport options, and an expanding charging infrastructure network, the EV sector has grown from ~0.5% ...read more

    published on Dec 22, 2023

  69. Broadcom Inc. acquires VMware

    Broadcom (AVGO.O) announced its intention to acquire cloud-computing firm VMware (VMW.N) for $61 billion, along with assuming an additional $8 billion of the company's debt in May 2022. On November 22, 2023, Broadcom confirmed the completion of the ...read more

    published on Dec 08, 2023

  70. US Buybacks: Identifying Winners Amid Slowing Momentum

    Share buybacks have become the predominant means of corporate payout, surpassing dividends in the past two decades. The key driver for share repurchases include tax advantages, financial flexibility, and support for stock prices. In the ...read more

    published on Nov 30, 2023

  71. M&A in Aerospace and Defense | Q3 2023

    The aerospace and defense (A&D) industry is highly competitive, with a limited number of major players. Consequently, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity in the sector is low, but when deals happen, they are ...read more

    published on Nov 02, 2023

  72. US Housing Market Overview

    The surge in home prices in the US in 2021 can be attributed to a combination of factors, including the increased housing demand as owning a house became a priority post pandemic; a shortage of construction ...read more

    published on Oct 25, 2023

  73. Microsoft – OpenAI Partnership

    Microsoft and OpenAI entered a partnership in 2016, with OpenAI committing to use Microsoft’s Azure as its primary cloud provider. Both companies saw the potential in collaborating and as a result, Microsoft started investing in O ...read more

    published on Oct 25, 2023

  74. High Yield – US Spotlight

    After recording a plunge in the US high yield bond returns in 2022, the Federal Reserve’s aggressive monetary policy stance to tame inflation proved crucial in driving asset prices in 2023. The possibility of a soft-landing, w ...read more

    published on Oct 09, 2023

  75. High Yield - Europe Spotlight

    The European HY market rebounded in 2023, with benchmark HY index generating YTD 6.1% returns. Amid rising interest rates, HY bond returns outperformed IG returns due to attractive yields in the short term. The European HY ...read more

    published on Oct 04, 2023

  76. US Regional Banks’ Crisis is Far From Over

    US regional banks continue to grapple with the same underlying problems that triggered the crisis, i.e., valuation losses on fixed-income investments, increased cost of deposits, and high levels of uninsured deposits. Increased deposit outflows ...read more

    published on Sep 07, 2023

  77. Europe & North America MedTech strengthens in 1H23

    In a notable development, most MedTech companies in Europe and the US topped consensus estimates in 1H23 earnings, largely on a rewind in procedure volume and efficient execution of cost-saving strategy. Patient count surged in ...read more

    published on Sep 04, 2023

  78. Q2 2023 Global Macro Report

    Q2 posted a slowdown in global economic growth along with strong returns in risk assets. The IMF expects global growth to be lower in 2023 than 2022 for most advanced countries. It also expects headline inflation to ...read more

    published on Aug 09, 2023

  79. M&A in Artificial Intelligence | Q1 2023

    Artificial intelligence has been a buzzing term for quite some time now. The sentiment continued as we entered the first quarter of 2023, with the M&A market recording strong activity in AI. Although the number ...read more

    published on Jul 31, 2023

  81. SVB Crisis: Snowballing Down the Valley

    California-based Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), which specifically catered to startups, went bankrupt after it reported huge losses on investments. The bank received an influx of deposits in 2021 due to strong private fundraising and easy funding ...read more

    published on Apr 04, 2023

  82. Global M&A - Q3 2022

    In the third quarter, dealmakers’ appetite for M&A fell even further. The number of global M&A transactions declined for the third consecutive quarter in Q3 2022, as the rising interest rates, continued inflation, and i ...read more

    published on Jan 02, 2023

  84. GCC - Equity Market Quarterly Fact Book

    Most GCC equity markets recorded gains in Q3 2022, with the Oman market outpacing other GCC markets, while Qatar, UAE, and Bahrain benchmarks also ending in the green. KSA and Kuwait were notable losers, while the ...read more

    published on Nov 07, 2022

  85. Greenflation

    The race to achieve net zero emissions is the recent global trend to promote carbon neutrality. Greenflation is one of the consequences of the popular phenomenon of going green. The price of materials and minerals, ...read more

    published on Nov 07, 2022

  86. Islamic Finance

    The global Islamic finance industry is worth over USD2 trillion and is projected to grow to ~USD5 trillion by 2025. However, the global economy has been severely impacted by the pandemic, volatility in oil prices, and ...read more

    published on Sep 28, 2022

  87. Extension Risk for US Bank Preferred Securities

    Fed’s 300 basis point rate hike this year has sent shock waves across the global stock and bond markets. Wall Street banks recently warned of revenue contraction amid the weakening market environment. However, US banks’ bal ...read more

    published on Sep 27, 2022

  89. High Yield - Europe Spotlight

    European HY bond market returns declined in YTD 2022, owing to heightened geopolitical tensions and rising interest rate risks. Issuers largely stayed on the sidelines in 2022 due to higher refinancing costs. Despite recession fears, the 10-year–2- ...read more

    published on Sep 02, 2022

  90. EV Trends in India

    With increasing global awareness and targets to reduce carbon emissions, the government has been supporting the adoption of electric modes of transport in India. Several state-wide measures have been initiated to ensure faster transfer to ...read more

    published on Aug 26, 2022

  91. Metaverse – Mapping Investment Opportunities

    The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a rise in consumers’ expectations and need for more fulfilling and immersive communication methods. Numerous consumers are seeking ways to adopt the metaverse. Metaverse is considered the next generation o ...read more

    published on Aug 03, 2022

  92. High Yield – US Spotlight

    Rising Inflation, supply-chain disruptions, and tightening financial conditions have created a negative sentiment amongst the investors. In Year-To-Date 2022, the US High Yield funds witnessed net outflows of $33.8 billion. Year-To-Date July 2022 returns of major asset classes, ...read more

    published on Jul 28, 2022

  93. GCC - Equity Market Quarterly Fact Book

    In 2Q22, all the GCC benchmarks ended lower, largely reflecting the trend in the global markets, which are facing negative bias due to inflation and recession concerns. The MSCI GCC index, which captures the ...read more

    published on Jul 26, 2022

  95. Changing Energy Dynamics Amid Russia-Ukraine Conflict

    In line with the Paris Agreement, countries across the globe have implemented net-zero emission (NZE) initiatives to decarbonize electricity generation by 2050. However, the conflict between Russia and Ukraine has put pressure on countries ...read more

    published on Jun 21, 2022

  96. Semiconductor Supply Chain Analysis

    Heavy dependence on Asia for semiconductor manufacturing has put undue stress on the whole supply chain in recent years. Demand–supply imbalance across the world has led to chip shortages, compelling various governments and corporates t ...read more

    published on May 13, 2022

  97. ESG Investing

    ESG remains a fast-evolving topic. With more than a decade under the spotlight, investors and customers are now demanding clear commitments from corporations on ESG plans. The private equity space, in particular, ...read more

    published on Apr 21, 2022

  98. ESG: A Bumpy Road to Net Zero

    Achieving net zero by 2050 involves a complete change in how energy is produced, transported, and consumed. The green transition hinges on unprecedented deployment of available clean and efficient technologies by 2030. This would require a significant ...read more

    published on Apr 11, 2022

  100. Neobanks - The Future of Banking

    Neobank is the new buzzword in finance and is being touted as the future of banking. Neobanks thrive by disrupting banking system with their customer-centric digital offerings. The neobanking industry has witnessed strong growth across ...read more

    published on Mar 17, 2022

  101. Navigating the Russia-Ukraine crisis

    The Russia-Ukraine Crisis has shaken global markets and fired up commodity prices. The barrage of sanctions imposed on Russia will have far-reaching effects on the Russian economy as well as global trade and finance. Historically, ...read more

    published on Mar 09, 2022

  102. Asset Quality Trends and Risks across European Banks

    Since the onset of COVID-19, European banks’ exposure to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and mortgages increased materially, supported by highly accommodative fiscal and monetary policies. Asset quality remained resilient throughout the pandemic, with the N ...read more

    published on Feb 24, 2022

  104. GCC - Equity Market Quarterly Fact Book

    Most GCC equity markets continued to log gains during Q4 2021 despite the emergence of the Omicron variant of COVID-19. The UAE markets were the most noteworthy gainers during the quarter, while the Bahrain, Oman, Kuwait, ...read more

    published on Feb 08, 2022

  106. Aviation Industry: A Long Road to Recovery

    The global aviation industry was hit harder by the COVID-19 crisis than the catastrophic events of 2008 financial crisis and 9/11 combined. However, the industry sees signs of recovery from the pandemic in 2021 on rising vaccine ...read more

    published on Jan 12, 2022

  112. Build America Bonds

    Federally subsidised BABs were launched more than a decade ago to fund infrastructure projects amid the liquidity crunch during the 2008 global financial crisis. Some features of BABs are still suitable for large infrastructure financing requirements. ...read more

    published on Oct 14, 2021

  114. Growing Popularity of Celebrity-Led SPACs

    The SPAC boom continued in 2021, with SPACs raising USD109 bn in funds in H1 2021 breaking the 2020 funding record, and once again raising more money and issuing more IPOs than companies going the traditional route. ...read more

    published on Aug 04, 2021

  119. US to Reignite Growth with Infrastructure Push

    The economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic is staggering and long-lasting, with every sector feeling the brunt. To address this, the Democrats and Republicans have proposed stimulus packages, in the form of an infrastructure bill. ...read more

    published on Mar 09, 2021

  123. Pharmaceutical & MedTech: Edging Toward Normalcy

    Healthcare, like other sectors, was hit by COVID-19 in 2020. This especially holds true for the pharmaceutical and MedTech sub-sectors in healthcare that were impacted in 2Q20, reflected in the weak performance of companies in these ...read more

    published on Feb 11, 2021

  124. Testing Times Ahead for Global Banks

    Regulatory reforms that followed the global financial crisis have boosted capital buffers substantially and improved the liquidity of global banks. As 2021 progresses, the years ahead would test the ability of global banks to withstand post-pandemic ...read more

    published on Feb 08, 2021

  130. Green Bonds: An Emerging Asset Class

    The growing significance of environmentally sustainable projects has increased the importance of the green bond as an asset class in funding these projects. This reports discusses the emerging trends in the green bond domain and ...read more

    published on Nov 17, 2020

  134. US Bankruptcy Dashboard – March, 2020

    Q1 2020 Chapter 11 bankruptcy filings in the US were at par with the trend seen in 2019. That said, almost all leading indicators are currently suggesting Q2 and Q3 could see a major spike. Some of the ...read more

    published on Apr 22, 2020

  137. Investment in Gaming Industry – Not a Child’s Play

    Since the 70s gaming has been a popular activity among adolescents. With new technologies and innovations, games have only become more sophisticated. Easy availability of mobile phones and internet has added to their widespread usage. ...read more

    published on Jan 03, 2020

  1. Goodwill and Bargain Purchases: The Essentials of PPA

    As we enter a phase of consolidation, mergers and acquisitions have become a vital component of inorganic growth strategies. Post-transaction, it is crucial for the acquiring company's management to rationalize the purchase price paid as ...read more

    published on Aug 14, 2024

  2. Navigating Early-Stage Valuation

    Early-stage venture-capital-backed businesses are often characterized by their focus on growth, scalability, disruption, and technological invention, all of which result in significant cash burns. It is vital one understands the challenges with start-up valuations, especially ...read more

    published on Jul 23, 2024

  4. EdTech Decoded

    Venture capital (VC) investors continue to drive the investment momentum in the online learning market. This continued interest is largely attributable to the evolving preferences of educational institutions, which have embraced a hybrid model of ...read more

    published on Oct 03, 2023

  5. Fintech Decoded: 1H23

    Fintech deal activity in 1H23 witnessed a period of notable turbulence, with subsectors such as Payments+ and Blockchain/Crypto receding, while Business Solutions and Financial Markets domains gained prominence.While venture capital funding experienced a ...read more

    published on Sep 04, 2023

  6. Fintech Decoded: 2022

    Fintech deal activity in 2022 witnessed high volatility, with subsectors such as Payments+ and Blockchain/Crypto receding, while Business Solutions and Financial Markets domains gained prominence.The emergence of new Covid variants, soaring US inflation, withdrawal ...read more

    published on Sep 04, 2023

  7. Fintech Decoded: 1H22

    Fintech deal activity in 1H22 slowed down due to the macroeconomic headwinds, with subsectors such as Blockchain/Crypto gaining importance over Payments+ owing to increased investor appetite for BNPL, DeFi & NFTs.The transition to cashless ...read more

    published on Sep 30, 2022

  8. HealthTech Decoded 1H22

    HealthTech funding cools down in 1H22, while the number of investments reached new heights as new subsectors with innovative solutions emerged. Investment momentum in connected care continues to be on the lead for VC investors, ...read more

    published on Sep 21, 2022

  9. HealthTech Decoded: 2021

    HealthTech deal activity reached new heights in 2021 as new subsectors with innovative solutions emerged. Connected care maintained its position as a hotbed of investment activity, as consumers continued to seek virtual healthcare advice rather than ...read more

    published on Apr 13, 2022

  10. Fintech Decoded: Special Edition

    Fintech deal activity in 2021 reached new heights due to the pandemic-induced tailwinds, with subsectors such as Payments+ drawing attention because of the “new normal” consumer lifestyle. ...read more

    published on Apr 04, 2022

  11. HealthTech Decoded

    HealthTech Deal activity in 1H21 has soared promoting new subsectors with innovative solutions with healthcare proving its importance over the last 15 months. ...read more

    published on Jul 08, 2021

  12. Fintech Decoded

    Fintech deal activity in 1H21 witnesses a strong comeback from the COVID-19 volatility, with emerging subsectors drawing attention because of the “new normal” consumer lifestyle. ...read more

    published on Jul 07, 2021

  13. Fintech Decoded: 2020

    Mirroring 2019’s trend, VC deal activity in the fintech space continued in an upward trajectory in terms of both volume and value. ...read more

    published on Mar 04, 2021

  14. HealthTech Decoded

    As the world fights through COVID-19, Healthcare technology (or HealthTech) have been in the spotlight for the past few months and have also garnered substantial investor interest. HealthTech companies primarily include startups harnessing digital solutions ...read more

    published on Oct 19, 2020

  15. Fintech Decoded

    Deal activity in the fintech space in 1H-2020 suggests that fintech companies have escaped the funding freeze that followed the COVID-19 outbreak. ...read more

    published on Sep 03, 2020

  16. Amazon India’s M&A Strategy

    Amazon India has been through a remarkable growth journey over the past few years, but the road ahead might be challenging for this e-commerce giant. The company has been making the right investments across sectors ...read more

    published on Aug 25, 2020

  17. Goodwill Impairment Analysis

    According to Ind AS 36, a company must conduct a goodwill impairment analysis annually or more frequently when a triggering event such as COVID-19 occurs. While COVID-19 has affected the operations of most businesses across majority ...read more

    published on Jun 30, 2020

  18. KSA Fintech Report

    Fintech has been one of the hottest sectors in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), as reflected by deal volume during 2018 and 2019. The increase in deal activity is not only due to innovative financial solutions ...read more

    published on Jun 30, 2020

  19. White Paper on Segregating Contingent Consideration

    In the case of a merger or acquisition, financial reporting requires the acquirer to report a purchase price allocation (PPA) in the financial statement. PPA requires payment to be separated into components. With a growing ...read more

    published on Jun 16, 2020

  20. Fintech Decoded

    The impact of COVID-19 will reverberate across all sectors of the economy, fintech being no exception to the trend. In the sector, challenges are expected to surface on multiple fronts, but so would opportunities, as ...read more

    published on Apr 30, 2020

  21. Fintech Decoded

    FinTech funding activity remained robust in in 2019. The most attractive segments in the second half of the year were payments, lending, and financial markets in terms of number of deals signed. The payments sector continued ...read more

    published on Apr 30, 2020

  22. Business valuations using the Backsolve Method

    Valuation of startups is a tricky business due to lack of quantifiable metrics. However, the Backsolve method is widely accepted and increasingly used by appraisers.  The formulas and ways to analyze under this method ...read more

    published on Oct 24, 2019

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