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Private Equity Firms in India Drive Growth in Healthcare & MedTech

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  India’s healthcare sector is witnessing a major transformation, fueled by increasing investments from private equity firms in India . The country, one of the fastest-growing healthcare markets in the world, is attracting substantial capital, particularly in medical technology (MedTech). In 2024, private equity investment in India saw a shift, with funding in MedTech jumping nearly fivefold to $1.2 billion, while investments in hospitals and clinics declined significantly. This shift highlights a growing emphasis on technology, innovation, and improved healthcare infrastructure. The Rise of Private Equity in Indian Healthcare Private equity (PE) and venture capital (VC) firms are showing strong confidence in private equity India , with healthcare emerging as a key sector for investment. The number of PE/VC deals in healthcare surged from 62 in 2023 to 84 in 2024, indicating rising investor interest. However, there is a noticeable change in where the money is going. While hospi...

PE Investment in Healthcare to Further Grow in 2022

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Private equity fund investments in the Indian healthcare sector showed a remarkable performance in 2021, as firms look to position themselves on the right side of change in an industry. The shocking second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic has both benefited and stymied growth in the healthcare sector. Some locations, especially hospitals and skilled nursing facilities, are still struggling with increased operating costs from COVID-19 safety precautions, lost revenue, and staff churns. While other facilities, such as laboratories that pivoted to perform COVID-19 tests, unlocked a significant new revenue stream. India, being the generic drug manufacturer and vaccines has attracted more investments, with its export potential and the pandemic boosted the income of generic pharma. Last year a lot of money went into the sector, and it continues to go this year also. Healthcare devices, supplies, and services—which include providers such as doctors and dentists—have continued to dominate o...