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DWS to Acquire Minority Stake in Nippon Life India AIF Management
13 Nov
Summary
- DWS to buy up to 40% stake in Nippon Life India AIF Management
- Collaboration aims to jointly develop Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) franchise
- Nippon Life India Asset Management shares rise 1.52% on the news
On November 13, 2025, Nippon Life India Asset Management Limited (NAM India) announced that its board of directors has authorized the company to enter into a strategic collaboration with European asset manager DWS Group GmbH & Co. KGaA.
Under the proposed arrangement, DWS intends to acquire a minority stake of up to 40% in Nippon Life India AIF Management Limited (NAIF), a wholly owned subsidiary of NAM India. This will be done by subscribing to fresh equity shares. The collaboration aims to jointly develop an Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) franchise in India.
In addition, NAM India and DWS plan to work together in other areas, including passive investment products and global distribution. The memorandum of understanding (MoU) entered into by the parties is non-binding and records the preliminary understanding to facilitate further discussions. The arrangement is subject to due diligence, execution of definitive agreements, and receipt of regulatory approvals.
Shares of Nippon Life India Asset Management Ltd ended the day at ₹885.50, up by ₹13.25, or 1.52%, on the BSE, reflecting investor optimism about the strategic partnership.
