Swiss Giant Bets on India’s MSME Sector with Infinity Fincorp Deal
Swiss investment firm Partners Group is making a big move into India’s financial services market by acquiring a majority stake in Infinity Fincorp Solutions, a non-banking financial company (NBFC) based in Mumbai. The deal is worth around ₹1,950 crore (approximately $230 million) and includes both a direct investment in the company and the purchase of shares from existing investors.
Founded in 2016, Infinity Fincorp provides secured, personalized loans to small business owners and entrepreneurs across India—mainly in Tier II and Tier III cities. Today, the company operates 120 branches across eight states, serves around 50,000 customers, and manages more than ₹1,200 crore in assets. Its goal is to support underserved micro, small, and medium-sized businesses (MSMEs), which are a key part of India’s economy.
With this new capital, Infinity plans to grow its branch network, improve its technology, and make the customer experience smoother and faster. The company’s founder and CEO, Shrikant RavalkarDealroom has a profile for this one. Try Dealroom →, says the investment will help them reach even more entrepreneurs in smaller towns who need flexible, responsible lending solutions.
Partners Group sees strong potential in this space. According to Vageesh GuptaDealroom has a profile for this one. Try Dealroom →, managing director at the firm, MSMEs play a huge role in India’s GDP, and specialized lenders like Infinity are well positioned to support their growth.
The deal also marks Partners Group’s entry into India’s fast-growing MSME lending sector—bringing not just capital, but also operational expertise to help Infinity scale its impact.
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