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Private equity

What is Private equity in an Indian AIF?

Private equity is investment in the equity of companies that are not publicly traded, typically taking significant stakes and holding for several years. In India most private equity funds register as Category II AIFs, which is one reason Category II dominates the industry by commitments raised.

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