Insights
At Amaltas, we believe thoughtful investing begins with context. Our insights combine macro analysis, valuation discipline, and long-term perspective—curated to help you see beyond the noise and focus on what truly matters.
Beyond the Slowdown: India’s Micro‑finance Outlook
India’s Micro‑finance Story — From Bicycle Loans to API Rails India’s Micro‑finance Story — From Bicycle Loans to API Rails, and Why the 2024‑25 “Crisis” May Be Just Another Reset Micro‑loans have lifted millions of first‑time borrowers into the formal financial...
Bodal Chemicals: Below Replacement Cost, Above Recovery Potential
Executive Summary Bodal Chemicals Ltd. operates in the cyclical chemical sector, specializing in Dyestuffs, Dye Intermediates, and Basic Chemicals. The company has been navigating a challenging phase, marked by weak demand and fluctuating raw material prices, yet it...
The Next Plaza Moment
The Plaza Accord and the Global Consequences of Dollar Weakness: Capital Flows, Emerging Market Booms, and Asset Bubbles Background and Motivation Let’s rewind to the early 1980s. The global economic order was at a turning point, and the U.S. found itself...
Piramal Enterprises: A Strategic Reset with Hidden Value
Executive Summary Piramal Enterprises Limited (PEL), part of the Ajay Piramal Group, has undergone a significant strategic transformation over the last few years. What was once a conglomerate with exposure to pharmaceuticals, financial services, and real estate has...
Sterlite Technologies: Riding the AI Infrastructure Wave
Sterlite Technologies (STL) is at an important juncture in its evolution—and in the broader industry cycle it operates in. Over the last decade, STL has transitioned from a domestic manufacturer of fiber optic cables into a global player in the digital infrastructure...
CDMO Scale, Stickiness, and Strategy: Lessons from India’s Emerging Leaders
Executive Summary The Contract Development and Manufacturing (CDMO) model has steadily gained ground in India’s chemical and pharmaceutical sectors over the past two decades. Built on long-term partnerships with global innovators, CDMOs handle everything from...