East Capital opens research hub in India and expands Investment Management Team with key resource

Strategic expansion into India - East Capital's new research hub in Mumbai reflects its commitment to understanding and taking advantage of the unique opportunities in the Indian market. The new hub will allow the company to conduct detailed local research, offering valuable insights into market trends, economic shifts and investment opportunities.

"We are thrilled to launch our research hub in India," says East Capital Chief Investment Officer Jacob Grapengiesser. "India is now one of the key return drivers of emerging markets, having grown from 8% of the index in 2020 to 19% currently, with many expecting it to be the largest market in a few years. As such, it makes sense that we need to be permanently on the ground to make sure we best capture the exciting investment opportunities on offer."

Expansion of our Investment Management Team - In line with East Capital’s commitment to excellence, the company is also pleased to announce the addition of Ritish Rangwalla as Senior Analyst (Independent). Ritish brings extensive experience and a proven track record in the investment industry, within emerging markets and India in particular.

Ritish joins East Capital as Senior Analyst (Independent), where he will play a pivotal role in shaping the firm’s global and emerging markets’ investment strategies. With 15+ years of financial industry experience, Ritish has held key positions at Morgan Stanley, Qu Strat Capital, and most recently with Nine Rivers Capital Holding.

“Having spent many years working with the fascinating Indian equity market, I am excited to join East Capital at a time when the country is becoming increasingly important from a global perspective. I look forward to bringing my on the ground insights to the team and helping to uncover the unique opportunities India offers," says Ritish Rangwalla.

"We are excited to welcome Ritish," says Jacob Grapengiesser. "His deep expertise and hands-on approach align with our vision and values. We are confident that Ritish will make significant contributions to our investment management capabilities and enhance the value we deliver to our clients."

Read the newly published article on India from Ritish Rangwalla and East Capital Portfolio Manager David Nicholls here.