We analyzed the 2024 valuation reports of the IPL business, IPL brand, and individual franchise valuations prepared by Houlihan Lokey, D&P Advisory, and Brand Finance. This included studying the valuation methodologies applied by these firms and harmonious reconstruction of their approaches wherever possible.

Astrology holds significant cultural and social importance in India, and beliefs surrounding it are deeply rooted in tradition. The belief towards astrology is rising more among millennials and Gen Z which is boosting the market of astrology for love and relationships. Many people consult astrologers to gain insights into their personal, professional, and financial futures. […]

Financial technology, or Fintech for short, refers to technology-enabled financial solutions. The interlinkage of finance and technology might seem like something fairly recent but has evolved over distinct eras. The period between the Years 2015 and 2020 has seen phenomenal growth in the new start-ups. India has seen a 60% increase in FinTech investments to […]

ESOPs are part of compensation packages where employees receive the option to purchase company shares at a future date at a predetermined price, aligning their interests with shareholders. Initially popular among startups with limited cash flow, ESOPs are now widely used by larger firms. ESOP is governed by Sec 2(37) of the Companies Act, 2013, […]

Startup valuation has gained importance with increasing IPO activity, especially among Indian tech startups. The Price of Recent Investment (PORI) often serves as a benchmark for valuation but may not always reflect ordinary equity value due to additional rights provided to investors. Valuation challenges arise due to unreliable future projections and the absence of free […]