Larsen & Toubro (L&T), a prominent player in India's infrastructure development sector, has recently concluded a major strategic move by divesting its stake in L&T Infrastructure Development Projects Limited (LTIDPL). This divestment, involving a joint venture between L&T and the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP Investments), marks a significant step in L&T's strategic plan, known as Lakshya 2026.

The completion of this divestment aligns with L&T's broader strategy to streamline its business focus and optimize its portfolio. By exiting non-core businesses, particularly those involving asset-heavy developmental projects, L&T aims to enhance its Return on Equity (RoE) and unlock greater value for its shareholders. This strategic decision reflects L&T's commitment to maintaining a lean and focused business model that capitalizes on its core competencies.

The acquisition of both L&T's and CPP Investments' stakes in LTIDPL by M/s Epic Concesiones Private Limited, an investee company of Edelweiss Infrastructure Yield Plus Strategy managed by Edelweiss Alternative Asset Advisors Limited (EAAA), marks a new chapter for these infrastructure projects. The involvement of Edelweiss signifies a shift in ownership dynamics and potentially opens up new avenues for growth and development for LTIDPL under its new management.

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Mr. D.K. Sen, Advisor to CMD & Head of Development Projects at L&T, expressed his optimism regarding the transaction, highlighting its significance in the company's journey. He emphasized the value that LTIDPL's portfolio of high-quality assets and dedicated team brings to the Infrastructure Yield Strategy of Edelweiss Alternatives platform. Mr. Sen also extended his gratitude to the concession authorities and lenders for their support throughout the divestment process.

Overall, the completion of the divestment of LTIDPL underscores L&T's commitment to strategic agility and value creation. As the company continues to focus on its core businesses and pursue opportunities for growth and optimization, this move is expected to have a positive impact on its financial performance and long-term sustainability.

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