Madhusudan Kela-backed fund buys stake in IPO-bound Steamhouse India for Rs 40 crore

Ace investor Madhusudan Kela’s funds, along with Niveshaay Sambhav Fund, have injected Rs 49.99 crore into Steamhouse India via a pre-IPO placement. This strategic investment positions these entities to hold nearly 3% of the company’s pre-IPO equity. Steamhouse India, a Surat-based firm, operates a unique centralized steam supply model for industries and is preparing for…

PFC, REC seek to help centre retain majority at low cost

Power Finance Corp and REC are finalizing a merger plan to help the government maintain its majority stake cost-effectively. Two primary options are being considered: issuing preference shares at ₹10 each, requiring an estimated ₹800 crore outlay, or subscribing to non-tradable bonds worth around ₹24,000 crore. Advisors favor the preference share route, deeming it less…