Pitch Perfect! NIIF clinches Alea Cup in a thrilling corporate showdown

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Pitch Perfect! NIIF clinches Alea Cup in a thrilling corporate showdown

It was wickets over wallets and boundaries over balance sheets as Mumbai’s financial elite swapped suits for cricket whites at the third edition of the Alea Cup, hosted at the Western Railway Sports Ground. Sponsored by Alea Consulting and held under the umbrella of Saran Sports’ iconic CC7 tournament, the clash brought together six powerhouse teams from the financial world including heavyweights like NIIF, Kotak Investment, CPP Investments, and Apollo Asset Management.

Ensuring Success in Cross-Border M&A Through Due Diligence 

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Ensuring Success in Cross-Border M&A Through Due Diligence

Cross-border M&A is a powerful strategy for companies aiming to expand globally, access new markets, and unlock operational synergies. According to statistics by the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, India’s gross FDI inflows crossed US$1 trillion between 2000 – 2024. As the volume and complexity of such transactions increase, robust due diligence has become more critical than ever. It allows acquiring companies to thoroughly assess the financial, legal, and operational health of their target enterprises.

Screening vs. Verification: Safeguarding Senior Leadership & Business Success

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Screening vs. Verification: Safeguarding Senior Leadership & Business Success

Employment related frauds have surged significantly with the rapid evolution of technology. This is validated by most studies and reports. A report by Data Security Council of India (DSCI), revealed that nearly 60% frauds in the IT and BFSI sector involved impersonation of employees or clients. Employment related fraud spans industries undermining overall organizational trust. To address these risks, organizations do recognize the importance of conducting in-depth screening of candidates but may not be as strict as needed as this process is seen as a cost.

Due diligence pays dividends as Alea elevates Dhananjay Saraswat

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Climbing the corporate ladder is no easy feat unless, of course, you’ve built it rung by rung yourself. Alea Consulting has announced the elevation of long-time team member Dhananjay Saraswat to the role of director of operations, recognizing a decade’s worth of sharp investigative acumen, operational finesse, and an unwavering eye for detail.

Enhancing Business Efficiency While Effectively Managing Compliance Demands

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Enhancing Business Efficiency While Effectively Managing Compliance Demands

Most professionals find compliance requirements complex, leading to increased challenges in adherence. India’s business ecosystem is governed by extensive regulations making timely interpretation crucial. While compliance fosters integrity and accountability complex record-keeping and low awareness create challenges, leading to exhaustion and frustration, which can be described as ‘Compliance Fatigue’.

Roadblocks to ESG adoption in India

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Roadblocks to ESG adoption

ESG has grown to become crucial for companies globally. Taking into account the environmental, social, and governance factors when investing, refers to ESG investments. By investing in companies that adhere to ESG principles, Indian investors can help promote responsible and sustainable business practices.

Business at Risk: The Unseen Impact of Anti-social Forces

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Business at Risk: The Unseen Impact of Anti-social Forces

Any unrest has an almost immediate effect on the economy, slowing down areas it impacts and creating ripple effects. The overall cost of violence in India, including activities by anti-social forces (ASF), was estimated at US$646 billion in 2020, representing ~6% of India’s GDP. Anti-social forces are groups engaged in unlawful activities that threaten public peace, individual rights, and the integrity of the legal system.

Post-investment due diligence in India is crucial

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Post-investment due diligence

Over the past few decades, India’s business landscape has witnessed a steady rise in fundraising via private equity (PE) transactions. Startups, across verticals, have immensely benefited from the increased inflow of funds, with some having attained unicorn status. Even in the post-pandemic era, the startup ecosystem in India received over $17 billion from venture capital (VC) firms in the first half of 2021.