Beta Group Acquires 10% Stake in Anta Builders

26 Jul 2025 CW Team

Beta Group, a diversified transnational conglomerate engaged in commodity trading and food products, has announced its foray into India’s real estate and infrastructure sector through a strategic investment in Kerala-based Anta Builders.

As part of the agreement, Beta Group will acquire a 10 per cent equity stake in Anta Builders, based on a company valuation of Rs 5.50 billion. The move marks a significant step for both organisations toward enhancing their presence in India’s rapidly evolving urban development landscape.

The MoU and shareholding agreement were formalised in Thiruvananthapuram by Rajnarayan Pillai, Director of Beta Group, and Midhun Kuruvila Kurien, Managing Director of Anta Builders.

As part of the deal, Beta Group will also join Anta Builders’ Board of Directors, reinforcing its long-term commitment to supporting the firm’s growth and strategic initiatives.

“This partnership reflects our strategic intent to participate meaningfully in India’s urban transformation journey,” said a spokesperson from Beta Group.

The collaboration aims to jointly raise Rs 5 billion for infrastructure and real estate projects across high-growth cities such as Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune, Mumbai, and Gurugram.

Key focus areas include the deployment of advanced construction technologies, promotion of sustainable building practices, development of smart city and green infrastructure projects, and investments in both residential and commercial real estate ventures.

News source: The Hindu Businessline

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