Equity Analyst - Asia Consumer Sector, Investory

Devi Subhakesan

Equity Analyst - Asia Consumer Sector

ASIA CONSUMER: INSIGHTS AND INVESTMENT IDEAS

Investory

Investory is a Singapore-based boutique independent equity research firm founded in January 2017 with a primary focus on consumption themes across Asia-Pacific.

We aim to generate investible ideas based on consumption trends and outlook. We screen our ideas on several parameters - product potential, long-term growth and management commitment being the most critical.  We follow a fundamental analysis approach in our stock selection process and are not restricted by market cap.

We aspire to grow into a leading source of unbiased research, free of conflict of interest, for investors yearning for independent and disciplined analysis. 

We also undertake bespoke research mandates to support our Institutional clients’ investment needs.

Our team comprises of professionals with extensive experience in the Asian equity markets, in areas ranging from research, servicing institutional clients and investment management.

Event-Driven

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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/devyani-international-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:33519:1" rel="noopener">Devyani International (DEVYANI IN)</a> which operates QSRs such as KFC, Pizza Hut in India plans to acquire Sky Gate Hospitality Pvt. Ltd., the operator of the “Biryani By Kilo”.</li>
<li>This acquisition can diversify Devyani's portfolio beyond its core quick‑service restaurant (QSR) franchises—KFC and Pizza Hut—at a time when same‑store sales growth has softened.</li>
<li>With the rise of off-premise dining and food delivery post pandemic, cloud kitchens are expanding across the board thanks to scalable, asset‑light model, and ability to bypass traditional dine‑in overheads.</li>
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Devyani International (DEVYANI IN) which operates QSRs such as KFC, Pizza Hut in India plans to acquire Sky Gate Hospitality Pvt. Ltd., the operator of the “Biryani By Kilo”.
This acquisition can diversify Devyani's portfolio beyond its core quick‑service restaurant (QSR) franchises—KFC and Pizza Hut—at a time when same‑store sales growth has softened.
With the rise of off-premise dining and food delivery post pandemic, cloud kitchens are expanding across the board thanks to scalable, asset‑light model, and ability to bypass traditional dine‑in overheads.


Devyani Intnl.: Yum Brands India Franchisee to Acquire Cloud Kitchen Operator. In Pursuit of Growth

India Equity Analyst - Fundamental & Thematic, Beat the Street

Sudarshan Bhandari

India Equity Analyst - Fundamental & Thematic

Beat the Street

Beat The Street was founded by Nimish Maheshwari and Sudarshan Bhandari, both of whom are Chartered Accountants by Profession, known for their expert analysis in the fields of Business, Sectoral analysis, and Corporate governance.

With a strong social media presence of 45,000+ Subscribers across various platforms, they are considered trusted voices in the industry. Their insights and analysis have been featured in some of India’s most prominent publications, including the Economic Times, Dalal Street Investment Journal, The Morning Context, and The Ken.

Their analysis on Bankrupt & Insolvent companies has been instrumental in saving investors from significant losses. They have a keen eye for identifying red flags and has identified exclusive redflags earlier in Vedanta, Nykaa, Dhani Services, Adani and many more.

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Thematic (Sector/Industry)

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<li>India plans to cut tariffs on US imports to protect $66B in exports, negotiating trade deal amid Trump’s tariff threat.</li>
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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/meesho-inc" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:35872:1" rel="noopener">Meesho (1546271D IN)</a> plans $1 Bn IPO at $10B valuation, picking top bankers; aiming for Diwali 2025 listing, surpassing Flipkart.</li>
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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/temasek-holdings-pte-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:28816:1" rel="noopener">Temasek Holdings Pte Ltd (TMSK SP)</a> seeks CCI approval to acquire 10% stake in Haldiram Snacks at $10B valuation, aiming to fuel expansion.</li>
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India plans to cut tariffs on US imports to protect $66B in exports, negotiating trade deal amid Trump’s tariff threat.

Meesho (1546271D IN) plans $1 Bn IPO at $10B valuation, picking top bankers; aiming for Diwali 2025 listing, surpassing Flipkart.

Temasek Holdings Pte Ltd (TMSK SP) seeks CCI approval to acquire 10% stake in Haldiram Snacks at $10B valuation, aiming to fuel expansion.


#126 India Insight: India Plans US Tariff Cuts to Protect $66B, Meesho IPO, Temasek's Haldiram Stake

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<li>Haldiram sells 10% to Temasek at $10B valuation, plans additional 5% pre-IPO stake sale amid mixed investor interest.</li>
<li>SBI will launch a dedicated project finance unit to back AI, fintech, and renewable energy, targeting India’s fast-evolving industries.</li>
<li>India must install 600 GW of non-fossil capacity by 2030 to manage rising power demand and reduce dependence on coal.</li>
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Haldiram sells 10% to Temasek at $10B valuation, plans additional 5% pre-IPO stake sale amid mixed investor interest.
SBI will launch a dedicated project finance unit to back AI, fintech, and renewable energy, targeting India’s fast-evolving industries.
India must install 600 GW of non-fossil capacity by 2030 to manage rising power demand and reduce dependence on coal.


#120 India Insight:Haldiram Stake Sale, SBI's New Unit, and India's 600 GW Green Energy Goal

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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/reliance-industries-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:198:1" rel="noopener">Reliance Industries (RIL IN)</a> faces a $2.81 billion demand in a gas dispute, plans to challenge Delhi High Court ruling in Supreme Court.</li>
<li>Haldiram's stake sale faces delays as market downturn prompts <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/blackstone-inc" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:27166:1" rel="noopener">Blackstone (BX US)</a> to exit, citing high valuations; <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/temasek-holdings-pte-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:28816:1" rel="noopener">Temasek Holdings Pte Ltd (TMSK SP)</a> interest continues.</li>
<li>SEBI’s new open interest rules may impact BSE’s trading volumes, prompting <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/goldman-sachs-group-inc" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:785:1" rel="noopener">Goldman Sachs Group (GS US)</a> to cut its target price to Rs. 4,880.</li>
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Reliance Industries (RIL IN) faces a $2.81 billion demand in a gas dispute, plans to challenge Delhi High Court ruling in Supreme Court.
Haldiram's stake sale faces delays as market downturn prompts Blackstone (BX US) to exit, citing high valuations; Temasek Holdings Pte Ltd (TMSK SP) interest continues.
SEBI’s new open interest rules may impact BSE’s trading volumes, prompting Goldman Sachs Group (GS US) to cut its target price to Rs. 4,880.


#113 India Insight: Reliance Fights $2.81B Demand, Haldiram’s Deal Stalls, SEBI Hits BSE Volumes.

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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/pepsico-inc" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:4967:1" rel="noopener">Pepsico Inc (PEP US)</a>  an Alpha Wave Global are vying for a minority stake in Haldiram, with other investors- <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/temasek-holdings-pte-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:28816:1" rel="noopener">Temasek Holdings Pte Ltd (TMSK SP)</a>  and <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/bain-capital-specialty-finan" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:28761:1" rel="noopener">Bain Capital Specialty Finan (BCSF US)</a> </li>
<li>India plans to support its textile industry in the upcoming budget, with incentives, tariff cuts, and financial support to boost local production. </li>
<li>DPIIT has partnered with <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/itc-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:327:1" rel="noopener">ITC Ltd (ITC IN)</a>  to boost India’s startup ecosystem, focusing on technology, innovation, and market opportunities. </li>
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Pepsico Inc (PEP US)  an Alpha Wave Global are vying for a minority stake in Haldiram, with other investors- Temasek Holdings Pte Ltd (TMSK SP)  and Bain Capital Specialty Finan (BCSF US) 
India plans to support its textile industry in the upcoming budget, with incentives, tariff cuts, and financial support to boost local production. 
DPIIT has partnered with ITC Ltd (ITC IN)  to boost India’s startup ecosystem, focusing on technology, innovation, and market opportunities. 


#87 India Insight: China Export Halt; GTRI Suggests Tariff Cuts; Fintech Funding Drops 33%

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Temasek Holdings (Private) Limited operates as an investment company. The Company invests in financial services, telecommunications, media, technology, transportation, industrials, life sciences, consumer, real estate, energy and resources industries. Temasek Holdings serves customers worldwide.

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Devyani Intnl.: Yum Brands India Franchisee to Acquire Cloud Kitchen Operator. In Pursuit of Growth

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Devi Subhakesan

#126 India Insight: India Plans US Tariff Cuts to Protect $66B, Meesho IPO, Temasek's Haldiram Stake

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Sudarshan Bhandari

#120 India Insight:Haldiram Stake Sale, SBI's New Unit, and India's 600 GW Green Energy Goal

Haldiram sells stake to Temasek, SBI to launch project finance unit for AI, fintech, renewable energy, India needs 600 GW non-fossil capacity by...

Sudarshan Bhandari

#113 India Insight: Reliance Fights $2.81B Demand, Haldiram’s Deal Stalls, SEBI Hits BSE Volumes.

Reliance Industries challenges $2.81 billion gas dispute ruling, Haldiram's stake sale delayed as Blackstone exits, SEBI rules impact BSE trading...

Sudarshan Bhandari

#87 India Insight: China Export Halt; GTRI Suggests Tariff Cuts; Fintech Funding Drops 33%

Pepsico Inc and Alpha Wave Global compete for stake in Haldiram, India plans to boost textile industry in budget, DPIIT partners with ITC to boost...

Sudarshan Bhandari

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Devyani Intnl.: Yum Brands India Franchisee to Acquire Cloud Kitchen Operator. In Pursuit of Growth

As off‑premise dining surges and traditional restaurants stall, India’s cloud kitchens are booming—Devyani’s acquisition of delivery first Biryani...

Devi Subhakesan

#126 India Insight: India Plans US Tariff Cuts to Protect $66B, Meesho IPO, Temasek's Haldiram Stake

​India cuts tariffs on US imports to protect exports amid Trump's threats; Meesho plans $1B IPO, Temasek seeks CCI approval for Haldiram stake...

Sudarshan Bhandari

#120 India Insight:Haldiram Stake Sale, SBI's New Unit, and India's 600 GW Green Energy Goal

​Haldiram sells stake to Temasek, SBI to launch project finance unit for AI, fintech, renewable energy, India needs 600 GW non-fossil capacity by...

Sudarshan Bhandari

#113 India Insight: Reliance Fights $2.81B Demand, Haldiram’s Deal Stalls, SEBI Hits BSE Volumes.

​Reliance Industries challenges $2.81 billion gas dispute ruling, Haldiram's stake sale delayed as Blackstone exits, SEBI rules impact BSE trading...

Sudarshan Bhandari

#87 India Insight: China Export Halt; GTRI Suggests Tariff Cuts; Fintech Funding Drops 33%

​Pepsico Inc and Alpha Wave Global compete for stake in Haldiram, India plans to boost textile industry in budget, DPIIT partners with ITC to boost...

Sudarshan Bhandari

India cuts tariffs on US imports to protect exports amid Trump's threats; Meesho plans $1B IPO, Temasek seeks CCI approval for Haldiram stake...

Haldiram sells stake to Temasek, SBI to launch project finance unit for AI, fintech, renewable energy, India needs 600 GW non-fossil capacity by...

Reliance Industries challenges $2.81 billion gas dispute ruling, Haldiram's stake sale delayed as Blackstone exits, SEBI rules impact BSE trading...

Pepsico Inc and Alpha Wave Global compete for stake in Haldiram, India plans to boost textile industry in budget, DPIIT partners with ITC to boost...