Proceeds from issuing shares through public offerings are known as public equity. Companies also raise funds from private sources; this is known as private equity. Venture capital and private equity have risen sharply in the past decade, with USD45.1bn in investments. Sectors such as banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI)…

Investment banks are finding themselves amid several restructuring deals as global economies limp out of the COVID-19 crisis. Investment banks have relied on specialised partners that provide bespoke restructuring solutions to them. Here are some reasons for an uptick in restructuring mandates. Slump in Mergers and Acquisitions There has been…

Investment banks predominantly help corporates raise capital through various channels. Usually, a company that wants to raise capital resorts to a public offering through which its shares are sold to investors. However, investors need to know basic details about the financial instruments/securities/shares under consideration before a public offering. An ‘investment…

Private equity (PE) funds are attractive investment destinations, as they are likely to offer exponential returns for their investors. This becomes an alluring investment destination for those with a large amount of capital at their disposal. Formerly, only high net worth individuals, family offices and pension funds could invest in…

The ongoing pandemic has impacted how asset managers and investors operate. While asset managers are embracing software platforms to improve business outcomes, proposal automation may require more time and personnel. Asset managers largely use Qvidian to generate RFP (Request for proposal) responses and for creating proposals. …

Private equity firms are gearing up for the future and seeking new investment opportunities. With global unrest, ongoing pandemic, and market volatility, there is no better time to invest in equity research of companies with strong data value chains. What does this mean? …

To evaluate the current financial situation, organisations have to conduct financial auditing. Financial auditing helps manage an entity’s financial records. In addition, there are many other types of audits that help expose vulnerability, detect fraud, comply with forensic laws, etc. An organisation usually undergoes two types of audits — forensic…

Organisations have to go through forensic analysis/audits to protect themselves from fraud. Sometimes, suspicions are raised against employees of a firm, especially during legal disputes. A forensic audit is also carried out in such cases. Organisations may have their surveillance systems or could avail of third-party forensic testing. Forensic testing…

Institutional investors would have likely depended on equity research services provided by leading firms such as the following. — 2020 was nothing less than an intense roller-coaster ride for global markets and investors. The record-breaking plunge in the early part of the year, followed by a historic bounce back was tumultuous for both experienced and nascent investors. The S&P 500 index ended 2020 by offering an impressive gain of…