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Private Equity’s Role in Tackling Global Healthcare Inequalities

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  Healthcare inequalities remain a pressing issue worldwide, especially in developing economies like India, where access to quality care is often limited. Private equity firms are emerging as key players in addressing these disparities by providing much-needed capital, fostering innovation, and driving efficiency in healthcare delivery systems. With strategic investments in hospitals, diagnostic centers, telemedicine platforms, and pharmaceutical companies , private equity investment in India like those offered by Quadria Capital is helping bridge the healthcare gap, bringing hope to underserved communities. Understanding Global Healthcare Inequalities Many factors drive inequalities in healthcare, economic disparities, inadequate infrastructure, and a shortage of skilled professionals, to name a few. Moreover, you can find an uneven distribution of healthcare facilities between urban and rural areas and an insufficient focus on preventive care and public health. These challen...

Opportunities for Private Equity Investors in Indian Healthcare Sector

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The Indian healthcare industry was a $61.79 billion market in FY17 and is anticipated to reach $132.84 by 2022. An increase in income level, health awareness, an increase in lifestyle disease, and easy access to insurance would be the main factors for the growth in the health sector. Thus, it can be said that this sector provides a lot of potential for investors. The Indian rural area is still under served as compared to urban areas. In recent years, the Indian government has introduced various schemes and programs to provide healthcare services to rural people. Hence, there is a huge need for capital investment in infrastructure and equipment. One way to pump funds in this area could be through private equity investment . The public healthcare system is loaded and lacks the latest facilities and technology. Lately, private equity investors such as Quadria Capital are improving the healthcare system in India through equity investment. With the increased income an...