Independent research on the U.S. markets, Baptista Research

Baptista Research

Independent research on the U.S. markets

Baptista Research is an independent financial research house focused on the U.S. markets. We provide equity research as well as credit research reports on the top-listed U.S. companies with most of our focus on technology, consumer goods and services, automobiles, industrials, oil and gas, pharma, and healthcare. Our research has served more than 3000 institutional investors including mutual funds, hedge funds, banks, family offices, and various buy-side firms. We operate a research subscription service where institutions, as well as retail investors, can have priority access to all our research. We also have a wide distribution of our research reports across some of the top global financial platforms. Apart from equity research and credit research, we also provide advisory services with respect to mergers & acquisitions (M&A), private equity/ venture capital fundraising, valuation reports, and investment management services for corporates.
Baptista Research is owned and managed by Ishan Majumdar, an ex-Venture Capitalist/ Investment Banker, a Chartered Accountant, and a Masters’ degree holder in Management from HEC Paris. Ishan has nearly a decade of experience in Mergers and Acquisitions, Leveraged Buyouts (LBOs), Venture Capital Investing, Corporate Strategy, and Valuation in front-office roles at the likes of BNP Paribas CIB, Credit Agricole CIB, Groupe Danone, and TIW Private Equity. He has worked on and closed multiple acquisition deals, leveraged buyouts, and start-up investment transactions.

Equity Bottom-Up

<ul><li>Walmart's fiscal year 2025 fourth-quarter results indicate a robust performance, with several aspects of the company's operations contributing positively to its financial health.</li><li>The company reported a 5.2% increase in sales growth and a 9.4% improvement in adjusted operating income in constant currency terms.</li><li>This signifies the continued strength of Walmart's value proposition, which combines low pricing with enhanced convenience for customers.</li></ul>

Walmart's fiscal year 2025 fourth-quarter results indicate a robust performance, with several aspects of the company's operations contributing positively to its financial health.The company reported a 5.2% increase in sales growth and a 9.4% improvement in adjusted operating income in constant currency terms.This signifies the continued strength of Walmart's value proposition, which combines low pricing with enhanced convenience for customers.

Walmart Inc: How Has The Expansion of E-commerce and Digital Engagement Has Become A Key Pillar Of Growth For The Retail Giant!

US IPOs and Secondary Offerings, IPO Boutique

IPO Boutique

US IPOs and Secondary Offerings

For more than 20 years, we have been providing research, analysis, commentary and ratings on US Equity Capital Markets to institutional investors (US IPOs and Secondary Offerings). Our vast network of contacts across the Equity Capital Markets and attention-to-detail sets us apart from our competitors.

Since 2012, we have achieved a successful hit rating on 89% of Buy-rated IPOs. The collective “Buy” ratings averaged a first trade of 16.3% above issue.Our Neutral Rated Deals averaged just 2% above the issue price at first trade.

Our written research includes pre-IPO notes before the deal is launched, follow-up analysis once the deal is live and post-listing trading analysis as well.

In addition, we provide a high-touch premium desk access which includes analyst access, as well as real time insights on US IPOs as well as secondary offerings.

IPOs and Secondary Offerings

Equity Capital Markets

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<li>Their total revenue was $1.90 billion, $2.28 billion, and $2.81 billion and their net profit (loss) was ($1.04 billion), ($244 million), and $21 million in 2022, 2023, and 2024, respectively.</li>
<li>The company was once valued at $46 billion in a SoftBank-led funding round. Klarna saw its valuation slashed by 85% in 2022 to $6.7 billion in its most recent fundraising.</li>
<li>The company made headlines when CNBC reported that Klarna will be the exclusive provider of buy now, pay later loans for Walmart (WMT US).</li>
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Their total revenue was $1.90 billion, $2.28 billion, and $2.81 billion and their net profit (loss) was ($1.04 billion), ($244 million), and $21 million in 2022, 2023, and 2024, respectively.
The company was once valued at $46 billion in a SoftBank-led funding round. Klarna saw its valuation slashed by 85% in 2022 to $6.7 billion in its most recent fundraising.
The company made headlines when CNBC reported that Klarna will be the exclusive provider of buy now, pay later loans for Walmart (WMT US).


Klarna Group (KLAR): Peeking at the IPO Prospectus of the Next High Profile E-Commerce Company

IPOs and Catalysts/Events, Global Equity Research Ltd

Arun George

IPOs and Catalysts/Events

Uncompromised, Independent, Conflict-Free Research

Global Equity Research Ltd

Global Equity Research was started in 2017 by a group of experienced research professionals. It was founded on a passionate belief in the importance and the need for uncompromised, independent, conflict-free research. We aim to provide differentiated and actionable primary and bottom up fundamental research.

Event-Driven

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<li>The <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/seven-i-holdings-co-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:1041:1" rel="noopener">Seven &amp; I Holdings (3382 JP)</a> Board has released a public letter to address <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/03/09/3039396/0/en/Artisan-Partners-International-Value-Group-Sends-Letter-to-the-Board-of-Seven-i.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Artisan Partners’ letter</a> and provide more details on the <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/alimentation-couche-tard-inc" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:25103:1" rel="noopener">Alimentation Couche-Tard (ATD CN)</a> constructive engagement. </li>
<li>The letter effectively addresses most of Artisan’s concerns. The Board is engaging with Couche-Tard, particularly by agreeing on a strategy to find a solution to secure antitrust approvals. </li>
<li>However, the statement suggests that the Board retains deep scepticism that the Couche-Tard is viable and is manoeuvring to shift the blame on a failed bid on a flawed proposal. </li>
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The Seven &amp; I Holdings (3382 JP) Board has released a public letter to address Artisan Partners’ letter and provide more details on the Alimentation Couche-Tard (ATD CN) constructive engagement. 
The letter effectively addresses most of Artisan’s concerns. The Board is engaging with Couche-Tard, particularly by agreeing on a strategy to find a solution to secure antitrust approvals. 
However, the statement suggests that the Board retains deep scepticism that the Couche-Tard is viable and is manoeuvring to shift the blame on a failed bid on a flawed proposal. 


Seven & I Holdings (3382 JP): Reading Between the Lines of the Public Letter

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.

Read Business Not Stock Prices

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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/kitex-garments-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:10108:1" rel="noopener">Kitex Garments (KTG IN)</a> is the world's second-largest manufacturer of ready-to-wear clothing for infants and children.</li>
<li>KGL is expanding its manufacturing capabilities by establishing two new integrated units in Warangal and Sitarampur, Telangana which will increase capacity to 10.68L pieces per day.</li>
<li>Kitex Garments is also planning to merge with Kitex Childrenswear Limited, which sell processed fabrics, rental agreements for factory premises, and special job work contracts for KGL.</li>
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Kitex Garments (KTG IN) is the world's second-largest manufacturer of ready-to-wear clothing for infants and children.
KGL is expanding its manufacturing capabilities by establishing two new integrated units in Warangal and Sitarampur, Telangana which will increase capacity to 10.68L pieces per day.
Kitex Garments is also planning to merge with Kitex Childrenswear Limited, which sell processed fabrics, rental agreements for factory premises, and special job work contracts for KGL.


The Beat Ideas: Kitex Garments- A Global Inflant Wear Play

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.

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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/walmart-inc" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:11134:1" rel="noopener">Walmart (WMT US)</a> backed <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/phonepe-pvt-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:34788:1" rel="noopener">Phonepe </a> is gearing up for an IPO in India, according to comments made by Walmart CEO McMillon during Investor call yesterday,</li>
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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/phonepe-pvt-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:34788:1" rel="noopener">Phonepe Pvt Ltd (1732974D IN)</a> , 84% owned by <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/walmart-inc" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:11134:1" rel="noopener">Walmart (WMT US),</a> is one of India's leading fintech company with its flagship digital payment app.</li>
<li>During its last funding round in January 2023, PhonePe raised USD350 million from General Atlantic at a valuation of USD12 billion. </li>
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Walmart (WMT US) backed Phonepe  is gearing up for an IPO in India, according to comments made by Walmart CEO McMillon during Investor call yesterday,

Phonepe Pvt Ltd (1732974D IN) , 84% owned by Walmart (WMT US), is one of India's leading fintech company with its flagship digital payment app.
During its last funding round in January 2023, PhonePe raised USD350 million from General Atlantic at a valuation of USD12 billion. 


PhonePe IPO: Walmart-Backed India Fintech Preps for Listing. A Quick Primer

United States

Walmart Inc. operates discount stores, supercenters, and neighborhood markets. The Company offers merchandise such as apparel, house wares, small appliances, electronics, musical instruments, books, home improvement, shoes, jewelry, toddler, games, household essentials, pets, pharmaceutical products, party supplies, and automotive tools. Walmart serves customers worldwide.

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Walmart Inc: How Has The Expansion of E-commerce and Digital Engagement Has Become A Key Pillar Of Growth For The Retail Giant!

Walmart's fiscal year 2025 fourth-quarter results indicate a robust performance, with several aspects of the company's operations contributing...

Baptista Research

Klarna Group (KLAR): Peeking at the IPO Prospectus of the Next High Profile E-Commerce Company

​Klarna's revenue and valuation fluctuate, but secures exclusive deal with Walmart for buy now, pay later loans. The company will likely debut in...

IPO Boutique

Seven & I Holdings (3382 JP): Reading Between the Lines of the Public Letter

The letter addresses most of Artisan's concerns. Concerning the Couche-Tard offer, the letter projects constructive engagement on the surface but...

Arun George

The Beat Ideas: Kitex Garments- A Global Inflant Wear Play

​Kitex Garments is expanding manufacturing capabilities and planning to merge with Kitex Childrenswear Limited to increase capacity and streamline...

Sudarshan Bhandari

PhonePe IPO: Walmart-Backed India Fintech Preps for Listing. A Quick Primer

PhonePe's IPO and discussions on potential valuations could turn the spot light on listed peers in the digital payment space and likely lift...

Devi Subhakesan

Klarna's revenue and valuation fluctuate, but secures exclusive deal with Walmart for buy now, pay later loans. The company will likely debut in...

Kitex Garments is expanding manufacturing capabilities and planning to merge with Kitex Childrenswear Limited to increase capacity and streamline...