Deals
Here are the most significant private equity, venture capital and startup developments from the week that went by.
Didi co-founder Liu steps down after decade as president & board director
Editor's take: The week that was—May 13-18
ShawKwei & Partners leans on secondaries amid a more favourable environment
Vertex Ventures launches $64m inaugural Japan-focused fund
Crypto lender Genesis to return $3b to customers in bankruptcy liquidation
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Singapore’s finance admin startup Osome raises $17m in Series B+ round
Indonesian investment firm Saratoga said to be exiting Antangin maker Deltomed
Haidilao restaurant operator Super Hi’s shares surge 38% in strong US market debut
Analysis
“Decision was made due to deteriorating macroeconomics in Myanmar.”
Myanmar-based Rent 2 Own issued new shares to PE firm Delta Capital Myanmar and others this week.
Policy & Regulations
The two neighbours will work towards enhancing the cross-border flows of goods and people.
The Adani Group company announced the sale in May 2022 after a military coup in Myanmar
The deal will pave the way for Chevron’s exit from the Asian country.
Following a military coup in Myanmar in 2021, Telenor announced the sale of its business.
Puma’s interest in Myanmar includes the a fuel import terminal at Thilawa and aviation fuel supplies.
The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including Myanmar regulatory approvals.
Myanmar
Norway’s Telenor withdrew from the country in March this year in a departure mired in difficulty.