Warburg Pincus in talks to sell stake in IndiaFirst Life

4 Nov 2025 · 07:10 ISTpre-market1 source ↓written by the desknot a recommendation

in IndiaFirst Life: 26% stake
the company: ₹10,000 crore

Warburg Pincus is in advanced discussions to sell its 26% stake in IndiaFirst Life Insurance, valuing the company at ₹10,000 crore. This move could attract global strategic investors and private equity funds, with bids expected in the first week of December. The sale follows a deferred IPO due to market volatility.

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Warburg Pincus in talks to sell stake in IndiaFirst Life

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