Info Edge Approves Investments in Tech Startups Factrika and SIHL
Info Edge (India) Limited announced two major investments into technology companies, including a strategic stake acquisition in Udyogtech Ventures Private Limited (Factrika), and continued investment in its wholly owned subsidiary Startup Investments (Holding) Limited (SIHL). The decisions were made by the Committee of Executive Directors on August 14, 2026.The company's investments span two distinct areas: establishing a partnership with Factrika, an industrial workforce platform, and continuing commitment to SIHL, which specializes in investments in alternative investment funds (AIFs).
Investment in Udyogtech Ventures Private Limited (Factrika)
Info Edge entered into an Investment Agreement with Udyogtech Ventures Private Limited for the first tranche of a transaction. The primary subscription involves subscribing 1 equity share and 3,098 0.001% Compulsorily Convertible Preference Shares (CCPS), aggregating to an 18.58% shareholding of Factrika on a fully converted and diluted basis.The total consideration for this first tranche is approximately Rs. 8.90 Crores. The transaction, which is subject to customary conditions precedent, is targeted for completion within 30 days.
The company retains the right to subscribe to additional securities in a second tranche, meaning that post-completion of the second tranche subscription, Info Edge will hold about 26% shareholding in Factrika on a fully converted and diluted basis. This second tranche is anticipated by March 31, 2027.
Factrika operates as an on-demand industrial workforce platform, connecting manufacturers with skilled workers through sourcing, onboarding, deployment, and management activities. The company was incorporated on July 2, 2024.
Key financial details for Factrika (as of March 31, 2026) are provided below:
| Metric | Value (Rs. in crores) |
|---|---|
| Turnover | 3.69 |
| PAT | 2.09 |
| Networth | 1.03 |
Investment into Startup Investments (Holding) Limited (SIHL)
Info Edge also committed an investment of about Rs. 90 Crores in SIHL, a wholly owned subsidiary of the company. This transaction involves acquiring 3,022,162 0.0001% Compulsorably Convertible Debentures (CCDs) at an issue price of Rs. 297.80 each, including a premium of Rs. 197.80 per CCD.As the investment was made into SIHL, which is already a wholly owned subsidiary through Naukri Internet Services Ltd., the company maintains its full stake in SIHL post-investment. SIHL specializes in direct or indirect investments in tech companies and related activities, including contribution to AIFs.
Details regarding SIHL (as of March 31, 2026) are as follows:
| Metric | Value (Rs. in crores) |
|---|---|
| Turnover | Nil |
| PAT | (0.02) |
| Networth | 203.31 |
The investment is expected to be completed within 30 days of approval.
NAUKRI Stock Price Movement
Info Edge (India) Limited shares shed 1.36% today, settling at ₹1338.90 as trading closed after shedding ₹18.40 from previous close. The stock traded within an intraday range of ₹1337 to ₹1367.1 and moved on a volume of 1.03 million shares.Disclaimer: Due care and diligence have been taken in compiling and presenting news and market-related content. However, errors or omissions may arise despite such efforts.
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