With the pandemic wreaking chaos on financial markets and company finances around the world, certain industries and sectors have been hit hard whilst others have been a beneficiary of the disruption. India encapsulates both extremes with record-breaking deals on one end of the spectrum and high level of distressed companies that have seen their businesses decimated by Covid on the other.

In a first for Indian Railways (IR), the government intends to allow private enterprises to create and operate new, premium passenger services on the country’s rail network. This creates partnership opportunities for Australian companies with relevant rail and finance experience, who should track the course of this procurement.

Another week passes and staying afloat is no easier, as money flows seem to have no major positive impact.

M&A Report (June 2020)

Blowhorn, a Bangalore-based intra city logistics provider, seeks to raise up to USD 20m by the end of financial year 2021, said CEO and co-founder Mithun Srivatsa.

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M&A Report (May 2020)

Top 5 Announced China Outbound Deals

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The Indian e-commerce market is connecting more consumers with international brands and high-quality imports, including those from Australia. Find out more about opportunities for Australian business in Austrade’s new guide to e-commerce in India.