The fortnight thus far
Reports & resources we loved in the last 15 days, once every 15 days.
Issue #75
Mar 15, 2022
1
The Private Equity Market in 2021: The Allure of Growth
Buyout deal value and exits shot to stunning records this past year- the average deal size made it to the $1 Bn mark and grew 2x overall in the year. Growth equity and venture AUM had reached 82% of the buyout total. What are some nagging questions worth pondering as we look into 2022?
[ Bain & Co. > Full report here:
2
2022 Semiconductor Industry Outlook
The global semiconductor chip industry is expected to grow 10% in 2022 to over $600 Bn. The imbalance in demand & supply in 2021 led to chip shortages, thus pressing a need to add more capacity. 200mm wafer capacity to rise by >10% in 2022. Know more about why this industry is gaining momentum.
[ Deloitte > Full report here:
3
The Sunrise Consumer Health and Nutrition Sector
The health F&B segment grew at ~14% CAGR during FY18-21 to reach ₹700 Bn in FY21. 82% see “healthy” as a more important buying factor, 40% are willing to pay a premium for products promoting health and wellness. How are “nutraceutical” players finding a sweet spot amid this growing interest?
[ EY > Full report here :
4
Cybersecurity Trends: Looking Over the Horizon
With cyberattacks on the rise, the outlook of this market looks strong. The projected spending on service providers is expected to reach $101.5 Bn by 2025. 85% of SMEs intend to increase IT security spending until 2023. Explore the latest cybersecurity trends and implications it has for organizations.
[ McKinsey & Co. > Full report here:
5
Five Rules for Fixing AI in Business
Only 1 in 10 companies has enjoyed significant benefits from AI. The biggest challenge that companies face is addressing the divide between the promise of machine learning and the disappointing results in real-time decision making. How can companies mitigate these risks and improve their operations?
[ BCG > Full report here:
6
Role of Foreign Banks in Shaping a Vibrant Bharat
India is the 5th largest recipient of FDI, accounting for $82 Bn in 2020-21. The RBI must ease licensing & capital requirements, provide KYC portability for NRI accounts, etc, to ease global transactions. How can India leverage the foreign banking community to achieve the goals of capital and enterprise?
[ Grant Thornton > Full report here:
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