WHITEOAK CAPITAL
ETMarkets Smart Talk | Bond markets have priced in nearly four rate hikes. Where should investors invest now?
In this edition of ETMarkets Smart Talk, Piyush Barawal, Director and Senior Fund Manager at WhiteOak Capital, shares his outlook on interest rates and bond yields and explains why the two- to four-year segment of the yield curve could offer an attractive opportunity.
ET Wealth Expo 2026: From building wealth to financial freedom, two days of insights for today’s investors
Mark your calendars for the ET Wealth Expo 2026, happening on October 30 and 31 at Mumbai's NESCO Convention Centre. This event promises to bring together top professionals for insightful discussions on investment strategies and wealth management. Attendees can expect sessions covering crucial topics such as intergenerational wealth transfer and global investment opportunities, alongside keynote speeches aimed at addressing future challenges in wealth management.
ET Wealth Expo 2026: Explore the future of investing, financial security and intergenerational wealth
From building wealth in the AI age and identifying investment opportunities to protecting assets, planning for retirement and transferring wealth across generations, Day 1 of ET Wealth Expo 2026 will bring together leading financial experts to explore the three pillars of long-term wealth management: Build, Protect and Legacy.
IPO bound Paras Healthcare raises Rs 652.50 crore from anchor investors as issue set to open on October 21
The investors included Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, BlackRock Global Funds, Eastspring Investments, Government Pension Fund Global, Natixis International Funds, Integrated Core Strategies (Asia) and Citigroup Global.
Paras Healthcare secures Rs 652 cr from anchor investors; IPO to open on Oct 21
According to circulars uploaded on exchanges' websites, Paras Healthcare has allotted 94,15,584 equity shares to 39 funds at Rs 693 apiece, aggregating to Rs 652.5 crore.
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BlackRock, SBI MF lead Tonbo Imaging’s Rs 255 crore anchor round ahead of IPO
Tonbo Imaging raised Rs 255 crore from anchor investors ahead of its Rs 852 crore IPO, allotting shares at the upper price-band limit of Rs 700. The entirely offer-for-sale issue will open on October 15 and close on October 19.

BlackRock, Goldman Sachs, Nomura among key investors as Zetwerk mops up Rs 2,251 crore in anchor bidding; IPO opens on Oct 15
Zetwerk Manufacturing Businesses raised Rs 2,251 crore from 99 anchor investors, including BlackRock, Goldman Sachs and Nomura, ahead of its IPO opening on October 15. The Rs 5,012 crore issue, priced at Rs 143–151 per share, comprises a fresh issue and an offer for sale. Subscription closes on October 19.

NFO Insight: WOC Diversified Equity Small Cap Active FoF NFO opens for subscription. How is it different from a smallcap fund?
WhiteOak Capital Mutual Fund has launched an innovative Fund of Funds that focuses on small-cap mutual funds. This initiative seeks to achieve long-term capital growth by diversifying investments across a variety of active small-cap funds. Skilled fund managers will oversee the portfolio, adjusting investments according to performance and risk dynamics.

NFO Insight: Motilal Oswal Nifty REITs & Realty Index Fund opens for subscription. Is now the right time to invest in realty?
Motilal Oswal Mutual Fund has launched the Nifty REITs & Realty Index Fund, which will be accepting subscriptions until October 9. This innovative fund seeks to give investors access to listed REITs and real estate firms using an index-focused strategy. Given the absence of historical performance data for new funds, experts suggest exercising caution.

WhiteOak Capital plans D-Street foray with Rs 1,500 crore IPO
WhiteOak Capital is gearing up for an initial public offering projected to raise ₹1,500 crore, potentially reaching a valuation of ₹9,000 crore. Established by Prashant Khemka in 2017, the firm oversees around $13 billion in assets. Following the recent trends set by alternative investment firms like Gaja Capital, Khemka has confirmed plans to go public; however, no definitive timeline has been disclosed.

NFO Alert: WhiteOak Capital Mutual Fund launches diversified equity small cap FOF, its first FoF
WhiteOak Capital Mutual Fund is launching its first fund of funds, focused on actively managed small-cap mutual fund schemes. The NFO opens September 28 and closes October 12, offering diversified small-cap exposure through multiple managers for investors with long-term horizons.


Furniture rental company Furlenco gears up for Rs 1,200-crore IPO
The company is seeking a valuation of around Rs 7,000 crore, one of the persons said, adding that the final valuation will be decided closer to the IPO, “depending on market conditions and the response during investor roadshows.”

Equity market correction nears 2 years: What history tells investors and what should they do - hold, buy or exit
Indian stock markets have languished with nearly two years of stagnant returns since late 2024. This lengthy phase of sideways trading serves as a necessary time correction rather than merely a decline in prices. Historical trends indicate that similar corrections have often extended much longer and deeper. Investors should exercise patience, persist with their SIP strategies, and recognize that moderating valuations and recovering earnings may herald promising future opportunities.

Market rides out 'expected' US rate hike, Nifty up 0.2%
Indian stock markets wrapped up the day on a slightly positive note on Thursday, digesting the anticipated hike from the US Federal Reserve. The Nifty index gained traction, while the Sensex slipped marginally. As bond yields eased following the 25-basis-point rise and oil prices corrected, domestic institutions buoyed market performance amidst foreign investor sell-offs. This resilience in broader indices suggests a healthy sentiment among investors despite the volatility.

Kissht parent OnEMI board approves Rs 832 crore preferential issue
Kissht plans to issue up to 26.49 million equity shares at Rs 314.11 apiece to 34 investors in the non-promoter category, according to an exchange filing on Thursday. The transaction is subject to shareholder and other statutory and regulatory approvals, the company said.

Ashish Kacholia, Vikas Khemani to get Venus Pipes shares in preferential issue; stock jumps 9%
Venus Pipes and Tubes shares jumped 9% after the company proposed a Rs 372 crore preferential issue to marquee investors including Ashish Kacholia, Carnelian Bharat Amritkaal Fund and WhiteOak Capital-linked entities, with most proceeds earmarked for debt repayment.

ICICI Prudential MF, Kotak MF top buyers in SS Retail's Rs 146 crore anchor round before IPO
SS Retail has secured Rs 146 crore from anchor investors before its upcoming IPO. Domestic mutual funds were the largest participants in this anchor book allocation. The company will open its initial public offering for subscription on September 16. SS Retail operates as a multi-brand retail chain for electronics and mobile phones. Anand Rathi Advisors and Emkay Global Financial Services are managing the IPO process.

Valmiki Leela Capital eyes Rs 3,000 crore IPO pipeline over 18 months
Valmiki Leela Capital has built a ₹3,000 crore IPO pipeline for the next 12-18 months across renewable energy, power, pharmaceuticals, packaging and electrical goods after completing its maiden ₹460-crore Deepa Jewellers mainboard mandate with strong investor subscription.

ARCIL IPO: Goldman Sachs, BofA among investors in Rs 220 crore anchor round
Asset Reconstruction Company India has raised Rs 220 crore from anchor investors ahead of its IPO, which opens on September 9. The company allotted 1.58 crore shares to 21 investors at Rs 139 each. Goldman Sachs, BofA Securities, mutual funds, insurers and foreign investors participated in the anchor allocation.

Ahead of IPO, Deepa Jewellers raises Rs 138 cr from anchor investors
Deepa Jewellers Ltd successfully raised Rs 138 crore from anchor investors this past Monday. Their initial public offering opens for subscription on September 1 and includes both fresh share issuance and an offer-for-sale. The proceeds are intended for enhancing working capital and supporting various corporate objectives. The shares are set to be listed on the BSE and NSE beginning September 8.

Foreign buying in Indian stocks hits 23-month high in August, RBI data shows
In August, foreign investors channeled an impressive $3.1 billion into Indian equities, marking the largest monthly inflow in nearly two years. This surge in investment was bolstered by robust domestic earnings and proactive measures from the central bank. However, despite this positive trend, annual outflows are still trending towards a record high, with broader markets seeing an upswing even as major stocks faced declines.

Why WhiteOak CIO Ramesh Mantri prefers REITs, InvITs over high dividend yield stocks
While yield will be the primary driver of returns for this Fund, capital appreciation is also expected to play a significant role. REITs and InvITs are required to distribute at least 90% of their net distributable cash flows to unitholders, so a large slice of the portfolio's return is contractual, rent- or toll-linked income rather than sentiment-driven.

Lenskart shares to rally 40%? Nomura initiates coverage with Buy, says its growth journey has just started
Lenskart has emerged from challenger to market leader, with Nomura initiating coverage with a ‘Buy’ rating and Rs 888 target, implying around 40% upside. The brokerage sees a long growth runway driven by store expansion, strong market positioning, vertical integration and a cost advantage, while MSCI inclusion could also attract passive inflows.
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