Three companies vying for Dulux

Pidilite, Indigo Paints and JSW Paints are speculated to be interested in 74.76% stake of Akzo Nobel in it’s Indian subsidiary. Talks with Adani and Aditya Birla Group didn’t proceed much. Valuations are expected to be $2.1-2.5 bn (Rs 18,000 – 21,000 cr against the current mcap of Rs 17,000 cr). Key draw is Akzo’s … Read more

Asian Paints denies allegations related to related party deals

The Company has denied allegations of a whistleblower on undue advantage to the promoters at Company’s expense and provided the necessary clarifications. The allegation – Reports surfaced in media that a whistleblower has made a complaint that Asian Paints (APL) entered into a transaction with one of it’s ex-employees Jayram Nadkarni and the company founded … Read more