The media and entertainment
industry in India has been growing well over
the last decade has found interest amongst
financial and strategic investors. IVF believes
that there continue to be opportunities to
create and support leaders in the space. Some
segments that are of particular interest to
IVF are:
Newspaper / print industry:
The newspaper and print industry is largely
privately held in India. Windows open for
investment as companies professionalise and
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boundaries. Recent
IPOs by Hindustan Times and Deccan Chronicle
have demonstrated the investor appetite for
the industry.
TV
broadcasting / content: Though largely
consolidated this industry continues to offer
possibilities for investors in niche segments
such as news. Television content remains an
area with potential, provided a company can
evolve a business model, which is scalable
and delivers sustainable returns.
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Radio
broadcasting: Radio is an emerging
business in India. With recent changes in
the licensing regime the industry is poised
for growth.
Films (Production, distribution,
and exhibition): Amongst these, only
the exhibition industry is able to attract
significant investments from financial investors
so far. As the industry seeks efficiencies
and consolidates this sector could offer investment
opportunities in other segments. |
