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In Q1 2025, private equity (PE) investments declined amid rising concerns over sweeping US tariffs, tightening credit conditions, and escalating geopolitical tensions. PE activity is expected to remain subdued in the next few quarters ...read more
published on Apr 30, 2025
Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) deal activity remained steady in Q1, with a decline in capital invested. Funds maintained their focus on established companies within innovation-driven industries. ...read more
published on Apr 17, 2025
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
Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) deal activity remained steady in Q4, with a slight increase in investments. Funds maintained their focus on established companies within innovation-driven industries. ...read more
published on Jan 10, 2025
In Q3 2024, private equity investments declined amidst rising concerns over high interest rates and cautious investor sentiment. Looking ahead, activity is expected to rebound, driven by substantial dry powder availability and an anticipated reduction in ...read more
published on Oct 17, 2024
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
Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) deal activity continued its decline; however, funds were infused into more established businesses. ...read more
published on Oct 10, 2024
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
In Q2 2024, deal activity by corporate venture capital funds decreased. However, CVC funds strategically increased their ticket sizes to support their parent companies' global strategies. ...read more
published on Jul 23, 2024
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
In Q1 2024, deal activity of corporate venture capital (CVC) funds continued to decline, mirroring the soft venture capital market. Despite low deal volumes, CVC funds strategically invested to support the global strategies of their parent ...read more
published on May 21, 2024
In Q1 2024, private equity investments declined amidst rising concerns over high interest rates. Private equity activities are expected to surge in the upcoming quarters, driven by substantial dry powder availability and the expectation of interest ...read more
published on May 10, 2024
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
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
In Q4 2023, private equity investments saw a rebound as concerns over potential interest rate hikes and the severity of the global economic slowdown diminished. Private equity activities are expected to increase in the coming year, ...read more
published on Feb 15, 2024
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
Diagnostic proteomics, driven by innovation and computational tools, is reshaping disease diagnosis and treatment. North America leads the global proteomics market due to increased chronic diseases and advanced diagnostic labs. Technologies within the space, such ...read more
published on Jan 23, 2024
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
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
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
Artificial Intelligence's transformative impact on healthcare includes advanced treatments developed by major industry players. In nanomedicine, AI optimizes drug formulations and delivery, reducing side effects by analyzing complex biological data and predicting drug interactions. ML ...read more
published on Jul 31, 2023
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
The report offers an overview of the ESHRE conference in Copenhagen, Denmark, held from June 25th to 28th, 2023. ESHRE serves as a platform for reproductive medicine conferences, dedicated to advancing patient care in women's health ...read more
published on Jul 31, 2023
The report gives an overview of the ESHRE conference held in Copenhagen, Denmark, from June 25th to 28th, 2023. ESHRE focuses on reproductive medicine conferences, with a particular emphasis on the role of artificial intelligence in ...read more
published on Jul 31, 2023
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
Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a progressive disease that affects millions of people globally, and current therapy options only provide symptomatic management. Disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) are urgently needed to slow down or stop the progression of ...read more
published on May 23, 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
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
The US senate have passed three legislative bills - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022 and the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 in an effort to strengthen the US economy, ...read more
published on Feb 21, 2023
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
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
Global PE deal volume declined in Q2 2022 due to the uncertain macro environment. Deal volume is expected to be impacted by economic slowdown, and PE investors are likely to focus on driving value in their ...read more
published on Aug 17, 2022
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
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
Since 2016, over 40,000 deals have been announced in the US and Europe across well-established traditional and technology-focused sectors, and ~5,000 new deals were announced in 2021. Interestingly, large companies (with revenue of >USD500Mn) are also highly ...read more
published on Feb 04, 2022
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
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
Micro M&A are deals having a transaction size of less than USD100 mn. In the last five years, there has been considerable activity (~38,400 announced deals) in the micro M&A market in the US ...read more
published on Sep 23, 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
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
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
With the COVID-19 pandemic slowing mobility in most countries, VMT and collision levels have fallen to an all-time low. Multiple waves and newer variants are further dragging recovery down. Despite the chaos, certain mega trends ...read more
published on May 17, 2021
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
Europe accounts for 1/5th of the world’s plastic production. Europe’s share in global plastic production dropped from ~25% at the start of the decade to ~20% in 2019. In recent years, Europe has witnessed a fall in ...read more
published on Apr 20, 2021
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
With spending on private 5G networks expected to cross USD4.5 billion by 2025, this is too important an opportunity to be missed by vendors and service providers. Download our report to get more details on the ...read more
published on Apr 07, 2021
In the post-lockdown phase, countries are implementing measures to reignite their economies. Policymakers view infrastructure development as a critical tool to boost employment and support economic recovery. This report evaluates the impact of COVID-19 on ...read more
published on Mar 15, 2021
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
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
For several years, the financial services industry has led technological adoption to streamline business operations. Following its suit, the insurance ecosystem is also looking to shift from conventional methods and acquire technologies focusing on risk ...read more
published on Feb 09, 2021
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
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
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
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
While 2020 was supposed to fast-track the decade of EV revolution, the pandemic has slowed down its pace, at least for the near term. Delayed production and damping consumer confidence coupled with low oil prices are ...read more
published on May 06, 2020
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
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
COVID-19 has adversely impacted economies across the globe. One of the worst-hit sectors is manufacturing, crippled by poor availability of manpower and implications of social distancing. While several auto manufacturers, smartphone makers, consumer electronic firms, ...read more
published on May 11, 2020
Nonpharmacological treatment is gaining research interest and investment. It is noninvasive or minimally invasive, has few side-effects and is recognized by medical insurance companies. A few well-known therapies have been discussed in this article. ...read more
published on Feb 27, 2020
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
This report deals with the current status of biofuel production, developments in this space, and prospects. The present focus of research and development (R&D) is on the production of biofuels, such as bioethanol, biodiesel, ...read more
published on Feb 17, 2020
Today, organizations across the world are tracking technological transformations and pursuing innovations. As new technologies usher in changes in every aspect of life, it is imperative for companies to embrace them. ...read more
published on Sep 26, 2019
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
Voice AI is revolutionizing how humans interact with machines, ushering in an era of intelligent, real-time conversations. With industries like healthcare, logistics, education, and entertainment facing the limits of outdated call systems, voice AI steps ...read more
published on Apr 23, 2025
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
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
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
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
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
Japan's equity market has been fueled by structural reforms, corporate governance improvements, and strong earnings growth, with the Nikkei 225 surpassing its 1989 peak. However, volatility remains high due to hawkish signals from the BOJ and external ...read more
published on Feb 06, 2025
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
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
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
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
Nvidia Corporation, originally renowned for its graphics processing units (GPUs) that revolutionized PC gaming, has strategically shifted its focus to AI chips. The company's AI journey began in 2006 with the launch of its Compute Unified ...read more
published on Sep 02, 2024
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
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
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
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
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
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
The US home healthcare market is characterized by high fragmentation and competition, mostly comprising small-scale local providers. Major players such as Amedisys, Addus, Aveanna, Brookdale Senior Living, and The Pennant Group (public and private) dominate ...read more
published on Apr 17, 2024
The US is the world's top producer of oil and gas, accounting for one-fifth of the global market share by producing ~13mn barrels of crude oil and ~100bn cubic feet of natural gas daily. In ...read more
published on Apr 12, 2024
In emerging economies, demographic shifts are becoming powerful drivers of change, shaping the trajectory of economic growth, social development, and market dynamics. One of the most prominent demographic trends in emerging economies is the youth ...read more
published on Mar 19, 2024
In a world shaped by the seismic shifts of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Ukraine-Russia conflict, and the Red Sea crisis, a new narrative of resilience and adaptation is unfolding. Major companies are navigating through turbulent ...read more
published on Mar 07, 2024
Between 2020 and 2023, the world grappled with a global pandemic and various conflicts, resulting in notable movements in major asset classes. The pandemic led to widespread lockdown, disrupting economic activity and precipitating a significant decline in ...read more
published on Feb 19, 2024
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
The commodities markets, renowned for their inherent volatility, are poised for a substantial surge in demand for battery metals. This is primarily due to the exponential growth of electric vehicles and the need for energy ...read more
published on Feb 02, 2024
Saudi Arabia's economic prospects remain robust, driven by the non-oil sector in alignment with the Vision 2030 initiatives. The Saudi banking sector is expected to play a pivotal role in achieving the Vision 2030 objectives. This sector ...read more
published on Jan 24, 2024
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
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 Jan 10, 2024
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
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
The Bank of Japan (BoJ) has been using the yield curve control (YCC) as a monetary policy tool since September 2016 to maintain stability in the Japanese government bond market and achieve a consistent inflation rate ...read more
published on Dec 22, 2023
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
The slowdown in China can be linked to several factors, including the zero-COVID policy which aimed at curtailing the spread of the virus with China being one of last countries to withdraw the policy; poor ...read more
published on Dec 18, 2023
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
S&P 500 companies generated $4 Trillion revenues in 4Q22 – a -11% revenue growth swing in 4Q22 dragged down by Technology, Basic Materials and Energy sectors. ...read more
published on Apr 25, 2023
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
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
Geopolitical risks on the global semiconductor industry increased after a recent visit by US diplomats to Taiwan, which triggered stark political opposition and military responses by China. In this report, we discuss the possible impact ...read more
published on Nov 09, 2022
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
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
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
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
The Fed delivered its first rate hike since 2018 in March 2022 against the backdrop of high inflation and rising house prices led by quantitative easing during the coronavirus pandemic and soaring energy prices. However, the magnitude ...read more
published on Sep 15, 2022
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
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
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
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
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
The Russia-Ukraine conflict has had rapid and extensive effects on global commodity markets. Both nations stand amongst the world's largest commodity exporters, with global influence over critical commodities such as natural gas, oil, metals, wheat, ...read more
published on Jun 29, 2022
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
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
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
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
The current geopolitical conflict between Russia and Ukraine is creating a ripple effect across the globe. The conflict is weighing on global economies, with adverse ramifications for energy, commodities, and more. The longer ...read more
published on Mar 17, 2022
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
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
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
The renewable energy industry is undergoing consolidation with large players present in the same ecosystem and other oil and gas giants. The sector recovered from the pandemic and recorded maximum deals in the second half ...read more
published on Feb 17, 2022
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
With the Paris Agreement reinforced at the COP26 and the push to curb global warming picking up pace, global carbon credit markets have gained huge traction lately. Several large greenhouse gas emitting nations have announced ...read more
published on Jan 13, 2022
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
The utilities industry is undergoing consolidation with multiple large players, which is driving mergers and acquisitions. The gross transaction value in 2021 (until the end of September) was the highest in the last five years. SPAC ...read more
published on Dec 16, 2021
The global pandemic had a catastrophic impact on human civilization and on the growing but little known area of capital markets - catastrophe (CAT) bonds. Countries around the world are taking measures to curb the ...read more
published on Dec 14, 2021
After 130 years of operating as a conglomerate, GE plans to split its business into three independent companies – Aviation, Healthcare, and Energy – to simplify operations and reduce debt. After the anticipated completion of the spin-off in 2024, the ...read more
published on Dec 13, 2021
Semiconductor, a critical component in electronic devices and an essential part of the value chain for many industries, has been in short supply over the last few years. Amid higher demand from end-user industries and ...read more
published on Dec 01, 2021
Among sectors affected by COVID-19, travel and tourism has been the worst hit. The sector bore the brunt of the pandemic as governments across the globe imposed strict lockdowns and travel bans. More than one ...read more
published on Nov 09, 2021
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
The US Federal Reserve is on track to change its monetary policy stance with start of asset purchase taper expected in Q4 2021 and rate hikes starting in 2022/2023. The central banks of GCC countries mostly follow ...read more
published on Oct 04, 2021
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
The coronavirus pandemic has not just created a humanitarian crisis but is also the harbinger of an economic crisis. At its peak, it forced thriving sectors into losses, compelling businesses to shut shop. Even a ...read more
published on Jul 08, 2021
The outbreak of COVID-19 has severely impacted every industry directly or indirectly. The crisis has forced the organizations to fast-track technological upgradation and expand their scope of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to ensure business continuity. In 2020, ...read more
published on May 27, 2021
The year 2020 was meant to be a year of transition for the chemical industry towards a recovery phase but then the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted it. The supply chain collapsed, production stopped, borders closed, and lengthy ...read more
published on May 11, 2021
The sport technology market witnessed strong M&A activity in 2020. The trend continued in Q1’21, with an approximately 40% increase in transaction volume compared to the last quarter. The market is highly fragmented. This creates opportunities f ...read more
published on Apr 29, 2021
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
The year 2020 kicked off with equity markets soaring and high yield (HY) spreads at historic tights. However, the coronavirus pandemic spread globally, sending out one of the strongest exogenous shocks in history. Companies, hit by ...read more
published on Feb 26, 2021
M&A activity in early 2020 had been adversely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, and the deal count dwindled. However, as the year progressed, the number of deals surged, along with the increase in the deal ...read more
published on Feb 19, 2021
The Union Budget has been structured on the general theme of Aatma-Nirbhar Bharat: Self- reliant India. The government aims to achieve this through a string of reforms such as farmer-friendly initiatives, emphasis on healthcare, significant ...read more
published on Feb 18, 2021
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
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
SPAC IPOs surged in 2020, with the number of deals growing by 320% YoY and the capital raised growing by 513% YoY since 2019.SPACs have managed to raise more capital in 2020 than the cumulative amount between 2010–19. ...read more
published on Feb 01, 2021
The saying “data is the new oil” is quite apt in the current age. In the digital world, data collection has become much simpler. However, data structuring and analysis remains complex. Digital transformation facilitates this pro ...read more
published on Jan 22, 2021
Deal announcements strongly surged in the last two weeks of December 2020, not only surpassing the number struck during the same period in a strong 2019, but also beating the 20-year average by more than 60%. While H1 2020 ...read more
published on Jan 08, 2021
M&A announcements surged in the US, driven by pent-up demand caused by the screeching halt in M&A deal-making in 2Q’20; the multi-fold increase in IPO activity in the US indicates post-COVID-19 recovery. ...read more
published on Dec 10, 2020
Over the past decades, the mining industry has successfully implemented diversification to generate stable earnings. This strategy worked in its favor when most of the sectors and industries were hit by the global pandemic. Owing ...read more
published on Dec 09, 2020
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
Deal volumes and average ticket size significantly off from last year. Oncology remained the preferred area for buyers, with cannabis being an interesting second, albeit in much smaller deals. Expect slow and measured M&A ...read more
published on Nov 09, 2020
The SPAC market is expected to gain momentum in the near future driven by big ticket deals, high-profile mergers, and growing investor interest. The significant growth in the market has made it a mainstream alternative ...read more
published on Sep 29, 2020
A lack of big-ticket transactions due to the ongoing pandemic suppressed M&A transaction value in Q2’20. However, US issuance market rebounded strongly in Q2’20 driven by surge in issuances from companies raising capital to sta ...read more
published on Sep 01, 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
Whenever any equity market collapses, downside protection and relative outperformance become crucial. Healthcare, staples and utilities, by their very nature, are often termed classic defensives in such times. ...read more
published on Apr 17, 2020
Introduced just a decade ago, video streaming is set to replace conventional cable TV, which has existed for almost seven decades in the US. Over the past years, early entrants such as Netflix, Amazon (Prime ...read more
published on Feb 25, 2020
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
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
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
The cost of equity capital is a critical metric that plays a pivotal role in capital budgeting decisions, optimizing capital structure, and accurately valuing a company's stock. However, estimating this metric poses significant challenges due ...read more
published on May 23, 2024
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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