At Regent Standard, our mission is to invest in bold and impactful companies that are consistently transforming the food supply chain and agriculture systems in India. While we keep a keen eye on profitability for our stakeholders, we mindfully gauge the significant social impact of the businesses we encourage.
India is regarded as one of the major players in the agricultural sector globally. Our rural population is reported at ~ 65% and the sector contributes to 20% of the nation's GDP. As the second-largest holder of agricultural land worldwide, the sector employs about half the country’s population and so millions of lives depend on it for sustenance.
At Regent Standard, we see the huge potential and responsibility the sector carries. Our government is investing heavily in irrigation facilities, warehousing and cold storage, and we believe that private funding should bolster their efforts. As one of the fastest growing economies in the world, consumer spending in India is expanding and the food industry is poised for huge growth.
We invest in companies that share our vision of advancing the agriculture sector through technology. They should have a proven track record of success and a clear plan committed to achieving their goals.
Our investments focus is on companies operating in areas where agriculture is a major industry. They should have an established presence in the region and a strong knowledge of the local space.
We look for companies that meet our minimum annual turnover criteria and have a proven track record of generating revenues in a sustainable and profitable manner.
We partner with companies that have demonstrated capital efficiency, are well-managed and have the potential to generate long-term returns for their stakeholders.