The development of infrastructure in India is as crucial to the growth of Indian economy as real estate is crucial to enhancing the social capital of an under-housed India. The government, as well as the private sector, are aware of its significance to the nation’s progress and of the pitfalls these two sectors with large capital requirements, long gestation periods and risky return of investments.
Infrastructure and Real Assets vertical focuses on businesses that hold the potential to demonstrate multi-fold growth and create a sustainable impact on India's infrastructure. The team has strong capabilities and experience in raising equity, debt and hybrid capital for high-growth companies, both at the company and at the project level.
We build long-term relationships with our clients by offering our services across the spectrum of mergers & acquisitions (M&A), private equity (PE) syndication and structured finance related products as may be required at different stages of the business lifecycle.
Sub-Sectors in Focus
Our mergers and acquisitions (M&A) advisory and private equity (PE) syndication services are recognized as amongst the best in these chosen sub-sectors.
- Energy (power) – conventional and renewable
- Transportation - roads, railways, ports, shipping & airports
- Logistics assets – CFS, ICD, PFT, multi-modal
- Power transmission and distribution
- Warehousing, logistics & industrial parks and SEZs
- Hotels, Commercial & Mixed Use Assets
- Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC)
- Waste and water management
- Oil and gas
- Mining and natural resources
- Telecom infrastructure & services
- Cable and Broadband
Led By
Prateek Jhawar
Managing Director and Head, Infrastructure & Real Assets, Avendus Capital
Prateek Jhawar joined Avendus in 2008 and heads the Infrastructure & Real Assets vertical of the investment banking business. With over 18 years of experience in investment banking and corporate finance, he specializes in private equity (PE) fundraising and mergers & acquisitions (M&A) transactions for clients across multiple sectors including, infrastructure, power, logistics, and real estate.
Based in Mumbai, he has been an integral part of the Avendus investment banking team for over a decade. As part of the core team, he was instrumental in establishing the structured finance and special situations advisory business. Later, he went on to set up the Infrastructure and Real Assets vertical, building a high calibre advisory team in the sector, which is well-regarded for its deep understanding of the space.
Prior to Avendus, he has worked with ICICI Bank, TATA Power, and Citibank in various roles in corporate finance and investment banking.
Prateek is a qualified Chartered Accountant, a CFA charter holder from CFA Institute, USA, and holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Mumbai University.
Transactions
Reports
The Resilient Reset of India’s Microfinance Sector
India’s microfinance sector is undergoing a structural reset bolstered by regulatory guardrails, stronger credit discipline, and operational recalibration. These shifts are expected to drive gross loan portfolio growth at 15%+ CAGR over the next 5-6 years. Our latest thought paper explores this opportunity and its implications for one of India’s most critical engines of financial inclusion.
Single Specialties Carving Their Own Path in Indian Healthcare
Organized single specialty hospitals are emerging as a high-growth segment within India’s healthcare landscape, projected to cross USD 9 billion by 2028. Multiple specialties are breaking away from traditional multi-specialty setups driven by low inter-disciplinary dependencies, high specificity of symptoms and infrastructure requirements, lower capex intensity, attractive unit economics and strong investor interest. Our latest report deep-dives into eight key specialties and the evolving landscape of India’s single specialty healthcare.
Energy Transition Materials Imperative to India's self-reliance in clean energy
Energy transition is driving unprecedented demand for materials like lithium, nickel, cobalt, rare earths and graphite. With over 60% of processing capacity concentrated in China, supply chain risks associated with these materials are significantly higher. India’s heavy reliance on imports of these materials also makes energy security a challenge. Our latest report explores ETM risks, supply-demand trends, and opportunities for India to build a self-reliant value chain.
Transformative Transactions in Technology Services
With USD 330 Bn+ worth of transformative deals in IT Services over the past decade, the industry is evolving at a rapid speed. The industry is also witnessing a surge in billion-dollar deals across niche sectors like Digital Engineering Services (DES), Healthcare Revenue Cycle Management (RCM), and Cloud and Analytics. Driven by growing investor interest, emerging buyers, and strong sub-segment growth, our report explores key trends, high-value targets, and the dominance of PE and strategic players shaping the future of this dynamic space.
Indian Alternatives Market: Poised for USD 2 Trillion by 2034
India’s Alternatives market, currently valued at USD 400 billion, is set for exponential growth, driven by increasing HNI wealth, a favourable regulatory environment, and rising demand for differentiated products. Our report explores the key trends, investment opportunities, and sectoral drivers, projecting the market to reach USD 2 trillion in the next decade, unlocking immense value-creation potential.
US Healthcare RCM Services: A USD 28 Billion Market Opportunity by 2029
The market for outsourced Revenue Cycle Management services has grown multi-fold in the recent years, driven by several factors such as, complexity of medical codes and workflows across the RCM value chain, shortage of talent, and growing pressure on overall profitability of providers. Our report highlights the key trends, technology adoption, and investment opportunities in this high-growth sector.