Acquisitions

Growth Strategies

US-Headquartered Ruder Finn Acquires UAE-Based Atteline, Marking Its First Such Deal In The Middle East

The opening of a brand new Ruder Finn hub in the Middle East will serve to meet the region's growing demand for PR, marketing communications, digital, and corporate reputation.

News and Trends

Capgemini Set to Acquire Unity's Digital Twin Professional Services Arm

According to an official statement, Unity's Digital Twin Professional Services team will join and be embedded within Capgemini, forming one of the largest pools of Unity enterprise developers in the world

Growing a Business

10 Lessons I Learned From Failing My First Acquisition

Even though my first acquisition went to the grave, these ten lessons prepared me for my next venture.

Growth Strategies

MENA-Based Discount Retailer Kazyon Acquires 50% Stake In KSA-Born Dukan; Transaction Carried Out By EFG Hermes

The deal between Kazyon and Dukan marks one of many M&A advisories carried out by EFG Hermes in the recent past.

Growth Strategies

Negotiating A Global Acquisition For Your MENA Business? Here's What You Need To Know

Tips for Middle Eastern companies navigating international acquisitions, and the challenges and opportunities these bring.

News and Trends

Tata Consumer Products Acquires Capital Foods & Organic India

TCP will acquire Capital Foods and Organic India in two different agreements

Marketing

Why This Business Metric is Crucial to Understanding Your Business

In the intricate tapestry of business metrics, CAC stands out not just as a measure but as a philosophy, guiding businesses toward both profitability and meaningful customer engagement.

News and Trends

Rakesh Jhunjhunwala-backed IKS Health Acquires AQuity Solutions

Post the merger, IKS Health's annual revenues will cross USD 330 million and will have a workforce of over 14,000 people, including 1,500 clinicians and over 350 technology experts, medical coders, revenue integrity specialists, and clinical documentation specialists

Growth Strategies

A New Chapter: UAE-Based Chabaka Gets Acquired By Universal Music Group

Following the acquisition, Chabaka will now become a part of UMG's Virgin Music Group, where it will work closely with the local Virgin and UMG teams in the region.

Growth Strategies

Unlocking The Parameters Companies Take Into Account When Making Acquisitions

When making acquisitions, the need to look outside a company for new ideas should be seen as a clear benefit and not a detriment to its core business or employees. But what kind of benefits?

News and Trends

Saregama Acquires Majority Stake In Digital Entertainment Company Pocket Aces

The acquisition is expected to create synergies across the artist and influencer management and long-format video creation businesses of the two companies

News and Trends

Kedaara Capital Acquires Minority Stake In K12 Techno Services Pvt. Ltd

According to an official statement, the transaction will also provide a partial exit to Peak XV

News and Trends

Prolifics Acquires Enable Consulting To Strengthen Salesforce Capabilities

According to an official statement, this acquisition aligns with Prolifics' commitment to partnering with their clients and innovating customer-centric solutions

News and Trends

Razorpay Acquires Digital Invoicing Startup BillMe

According to the official release, the duo will strategically work towards empowering businesses with a hybrid model for better customer engagement. This marks the eighth acquisition deal done by Razorpay.

News and Trends

GOAT Brand Labs Completes 100% Acquisition Of Frangipani

Founded by Rishi Vasudev and Rameswar Misra in May 2021, G.O.A.T Brand Labs is an aggregator of D2C brands that invests in digitally native brands in the lifestyle space