The small size of SME units makes them more competitive, as they can easily adapt to technological changes, respond quickly to changed economic conditions by changing production capacities with varying demand- supply, and can efficiently take care of customised products required to satisfy the demands of niche segments in export markets having sufficient margins. These factors help SME organizations to increase the market share of their products & services, and to compete effectively with the multinationals in the global market place. Efforts made by the government and leading financial institutions in this direction have added much needed financial strength to the SME sector. All this has resulted in an increased level of focus and attention towards creating a strong, but self reliant, SME market place via constructive public-private participation.
Global Absolute provides an opportunity for SMEs to leverage from the knowledge and rich experience of its team, in satisfying the ever growing financial needs of SMEs. Deep understanding of capital markets and marque of existing relationships with leading financial institutions help Global Absolute to place various financials instruments with reliable investors in shortest possible timeframe. The investment banking team also provides quality advisory services to SMEs for raising funds via seed capital, bridge finance, venture capital, private equity placements, pre IPO advisory and placement with high net worth private Investors, etc.
Global Absolute’s Investment banking team is industry focused and brings measurable value to its clients, in growth, competitiveness and profitability. Any transaction, be it fund-raising, or strategic alliances, are usaually intense, time-consuming, and so, requires a concerted effort from start to finish. Our end-to-end approach and taking ownership of the client issues ensure that the client can focus on business, without getting distracted by the transaction on hand. In addition, we have a systematic approach to our engagements, so that we leave no loose ends, and all the issues are addressed to our client's satisfaction.
Our Investment banking team formulates a set of rules, based on which it provides growth capital to emerging SMEs across all sectors, having at least the following criteria, among other things:
• Clear customer need for the products/services offered, ideally demonstrated by a sales track record
• Sustainable competitive advantage and convincing strategy for marketing, selling and delivering products in the face of competition
• Strong, dynamic and experienced management teams that are personally and financially committed to the company
• Proven track record of good potential for growth in sales, profits and shareholder value
• Stable and consistent cash-flows
• Potential to generate a significant upside at the time of exit
The process of making Investments in SME projects includes the basic understanding and knowledge in the following key areas:
