303: Private credit funds - Balancing inflation and growth risks

307: RJ Abhinav Unravels the Future of Advertising | Unskippable EP 2

Find out how YouTube and short-form content are reshaping the way consumers discover and understand new age products. Through the story of Deconstruct, we unpack how creators and smart digital storytelling simplify the user journey. Watch Malini Adapureddy CEO Deconstruct & Prateek Jain CBO Deconstruct along with Dr. Aanchal  to see how platforms like YouTube Shorts are influencing purchase decisions in real time.

306: RJ Abhinav Unboxes the Future of Advertising | Unskippable EP1

What happens when fashion meets tech, creators, and a whole lot of digital magic? Join RJ Abhinav as he steps inside the world of AJIO — where trends are born, creators rule the runway, and YouTube Shorts fuels the next big fashion wave. From decoding how brands build authenticity with creators to discovering the real algorithm of style, this one’s got it all — humor, hustle, and hot takes on digital fashion! Featuring: Derek, CSO, AJIO; Arpan, CMO, AJIO; and creator Manav Chhabra.

305: The rise of Private Capital AIFs in India | Navigate with HSBC

In this episode of Navigate with HSBC, Shekhar Daga, Head of Private Capital at ICICI Prudential AMC, offers strategic insights for investors in India's private capital markets. He focuses on long-term wealth creation, addressing myths, risks, and opportunities in this evolving asset class. Shekhar advises first-time investors to avoid over-allocation and suggests a diversified approach across asset classes like private equity, real estate yields, and credit. Key investment principles include understanding risk, protecting capital, and maintaining strategic discipline. He notes the maturity of India's private capital ecosystem, highlighting improvements in transparency, investor communication, and reporting standards, especially with professional fund managers. Drawing from global experiences, Shekhar underscores the importance of discipline in investing and life. This discussion is essential for those seeking to diversify portfolios and confidently navigate private market dynamics. Subscribe to HSBC India for more such engaging episodes featuring the sharpest minds in finance and investment. #NavigateWithHSBC #HSBCIndia #ShekharDaga #PrivateCapital #InvestmentStrategy #MarketEvolution #CapitalMarkets #InvestorInsights #AlternativeInvestments

304: Inside India’s private capital boom | Shekhar Daga on Navigate with HSBC

In this insightful episode of Navigate with HSBC, Shekhar Daga, Head of Private Capital at ICICI Prudential AMC, provides an expert perspective on the evolution of India's private capital ecosystem and the renewed confidence global investors have in India's long-term growth prospects. Shekhar highlights a significant $3.2 billion private credit deal in India, which attracted substantial interest from global investors. This demonstrates strong confidence in the resilience of Indian businesses and the enhanced credibility of its borrowing landscape, particularly following IBC reforms. He discusses essential long-term macro trends for investors, stressing the importance of thorough due diligence in private credit, where there are no stop-losses. Key considerations include understanding sponsor behaviour across cycles, assessing the sustainability and maturity of the business, ensuring regular interest servicing, and evaluating the quality of collateral. Additionally, Shekhar explains the advantages of Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) for private credit, noting their flexibility, alignment with investor timelines, and freedom in deal structuring, which traditional vehicles often lack. This makes AIFs particularly suitable for India's evolving credit market. Subscribe to HSBC India’s channel for more expert conversations that help you navigate complex financial markets and make smarter investment decisions. #NavigateWithHSBC #HSBCIndia #ShekharDaga #PrivateCapital #InvestmentStrategy #MarketEvolution #CapitalMarkets #InvestorInsights #AlternativeInvestments

303: Private credit funds - Balancing inflation and growth risks

In this insightful episode of Navigate with HSBC, Shekhar Daga, Head of Private Capital at ICICI Prudential AMC, provides a timely analysis of the evolution of private capital in India. As global capital dynamics shift and domestic investors become more proactive, Shekhar elucidates the implications for businesses, investors, and capital markets. He discusses how India's evolving investment landscape is fostering long-term opportunities, emphasising the growing importance of patience and conviction, and the increasing sophistication of private capital. Shekhar also highlights the rising influence of family offices, the significance of private credit, and the need to align investment strategies with India's structural growth themes.