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Sunil Mittal and Warburg Pincus in Advanced Talks for $2 Billion Stake in Haier India

The potential acquisition of a 49% stake in Haier Appliances (India) reflects a strategic push into India's growing consumer durables market, pending regulatory approval.

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Overview

  • Bharti Group Chairman Sunil Mittal, in collaboration with private equity firm Warburg Pincus, is negotiating to acquire a 49% stake in Haier Appliances (India) for approximately $2 billion.
  • Negotiations are at an advanced stage, with a formal agreement possible in the coming weeks, subject to regulatory clearances.
  • Haier India has shown strong performance, reporting over 30% year-on-year revenue growth in Q1 2025 and holding a 21% market share in side-by-side refrigerators.
  • While discussions progress, Haier retains the option to decline the sale, and additional investors may still emerge before any final decision is reached.
  • Representatives for Mittal, Warburg Pincus, and Haier have declined to comment on the ongoing discussions.