DAM Capital, headquartered in Mumbai, is a full-service investment bank with a 30-year legacy, offering solutions across Equity Capital Markets, M&A, Private Equity Advisory, Institutional Equities, and Structured Finance Advisory. Formerly IDFC Securities, it provides clients and global investors seamless access to India’s capital markets.
Known for leading diverse transactions such as IPOs, QIPs, block deals, buybacks, strategic stake sales, and complex structured finance mandates—across sectors and market capitalizations, DAM Capital became one of India’s first listed, pure-play investment banks in December 2024 - marking a transformative milestone and launching its next phase of growth in the golden era of India’s economic rise.
DAM Capital Advisors is one of the leading investment banks in India, based on the number of Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) and Qualified Institutional Placements (QIPs) undertaken as a BRLM. We deliver strategic advisory and integrated financing solutions, built on years of capital market expertise and execution excellence. We work with both established corporates and emerging businesses, providing guidance across capital raising, risk management, and divestiture.
Our institutional equities platform offers a full services suite including research, sales, trading, and corporate access and connects institutional investors (mutual funds, insurance companies, pension funds, and foreign portfolio investors) with quality investment opportunities.
“Our association with DAM Capital Advisors began with our IPO three years ago, where they played a pivotal role in our successful market debut. In our recent QIP, they once again proved to be an invaluable partner, leading the book with the same dedication, expertise, and market insight we have come to trust. Their strong investor connects, seamless execution, and unwavering commitment ensured a smooth and successful closure.”
“We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the entire team at DAM Capital for leading us to the successful launch of our first IPO. Every step of the process was handled with efficiency and professionalism. Their systematic approach and complete transparency at every stage were truly commendable. A special thanks to Mr. Dharmesh Mehta for his invaluable guidance throughout, which played a key role in helping us close the deal successfully.”
"Our IPO journey was transformative, and the DAM team played a pivotal role throughout. Their clarity, drive, and support were invaluable, and we look forward to continuing our partnership as we build for the future."
“Our fund raise received an overwhelming response. The DAM team played an important role in garnering strong demand from marquee investors and driving early deal momentum. Their insights were key in strategizing and driving a successful fund raise. We look forward to partnering with them in future.”
"We sincerely appreciate the outstanding work done by the DAM Capital team as the sole banker for our recently concluded QIP. Their deep understanding of the different facets of our business and their ability to effectively capture and present our story to the investor community were instrumental in showcasing the value creation opportunity at Centum. Executing this successfully in a challenging market environment speaks volumes about their dedication, professionalism, and commitment to excellence. We are grateful for their partnership and look forward to future collaborations."
“DAM Capital acted as our exclusive book running lead manager and played a crucial role in the successful completion of our second consecutive QIP. Their deep understanding of our business, coupled with their unwavering commitment, ensured a seamless and timely execution of the equity raise. The collaboration throughout the process was highly effective, resulting in a successful outcome that exceeded expectations.”
"Working with the DAM capital team has been a remarkable experience. They worked hard and with a great deal of passion and dedication - almost like they were raising money for their own company. We have achieved results beyond our expectations, and I can’t recommend them highly enough! “
"We are extremely pleased with the efforts put in by the DAM Capital team in successfully executing our QIP. Their market intelligence and insight were critical to achieving this milestone and ensuring a smooth fundraising process. We look forward to partnering with the DAM team in our future endeavors."
“We are very pleased to have DAM Capital lead our QIP of INR 378 Cr. It has been a pleasure working with you and your team throughout the process. Your guidance on various aspects have been critical towards the success of the fund raise. We look forward to continuing our collaboration in our future endeavors.’’
“Thanks to DAM Capital, we achieved a timely success in the equity raise, crucial for business growth and NCE development. They were instrumental in understanding our business and positioning us with the right set of investors.”
“Dharmesh bhai was instrumental in taking the company public in the year 2010 and now when we intended to raise funds via QIP, we could think of no one else but Dharmesh bhai. As always it was an absolute pleasure working with the DAM Team on our QIP fund raise. Their ability to convert key investors was critical and drove the momentum of the deal. The guidance and support from the entire team has been invaluable. We are thankful to DAM for their contribution towards the successful closure of the fund raise.”
“Our first fund raise after our maiden IPO has been a memorable one. DAM Capital has led the fund raise and their critical inputs at each stage of the fund raise has been key to the success. The focus and dedication of the DAM team has been exceptional. We look forward to partnering with them in our future endeavors.”
“DAM Capital's commitment to client success and unwavering dedication from the leadership team make them a standout choice. What impressed us the most was their ability to navigate the complexities of the market, offering sound advice and ensuring the deal was completed in tight timelines. We highly recommend DAM Capital to anyone seeking a trustworthy and proficient Investment Banking partner. We Look forward to continuing our successful partnership.”
“Thanks to the entire DAM Capital team for the contribution in successfully completing the QIP. We would like to commend the efforts and contributions from every team member of the Sales, ECM team, and the stellar leadership of Mr. Mehta for a successful conclusion. We are always very appreciative of your team for their sincerity & efforts in the fund-raise process which had to be concluded in a very short time frame. We would like to make a special mention of the Corporate Finance team for their efforts in closing the document on time during the IPO & in this QIP. Our appointment of DAM Capital as our left lead BRLM for this QIP was mainly based on, among other things, our internal assessment of the corporate finance team as being excellent. We look forward to continued collaboration & achieving even greater heights together.”
“It was a pleasure working with the DAM Team on our QIP Fund Raise. Their ability to convert key cornerstone investors and their guidance has been key to our success. The fund raise is another milestone, and we are thankful to DAM for their contribution in its successful closure. We look forward to partnering with them in our future endeavors.”
"It was a pleasure working with the DAM team for Laxmi Organic Industries Ltd. (LOIL) recent QIP fund raise. DAM team’s expertise on the regulatory requirements and ability to guide on the same were key to the transaction. The QIP fund raise was another milestone for LOIL, and we are thankful to DAM for their contribution in its successful closure.”
“DAM Capital has been instrumental in providing critical inputs and converting key cornerstone investors in the fund raise. We would like to thank them for their efforts and the hands-on approach of the senior management exhibited throughout the process”
“We are pleased with the role played by IDFC Securities in our QIP. The IDFC Securities team ensured seamless execution, and we appreciate their advice on the transaction”
“Dear Dharmesh Bhai and the entire DAM team, I would like to sincerely thank you all for the tremendous hard work you've put in. Your dedication and effort have been unparalleled, and I truly appreciate everything you have done. Dharmesh Bhai, you have an exceptional team, and it has been a pleasure working with each one of you. We are looking forward to working together in the future. Thanks once again.”
“We are glad to have DAM Capital as one of our bankers on this new journey. We thank the team for their support during the IPO process. The leadership’s personal involvement and hands-on approach were greatly appreciated. We look forward to a lasting relationship with DAM Capital.”
"DAM Capital's contribution to our IPO has been invaluable. Their strong client relationships and the high levels of ownership demonstrated by the entire team have been exceptional. We believe that they can add value in any deal. They will be part of our team in future deals as well.”
“We are extremely pleased with the outstanding service provided by DAM Capital during our IPO. The team's professionalism, dedication, and strategic guidance were instrumental in our successful listing. Dharmesh Mehta's personal involvement and market expertise gave us confidence throughout the process. We highly recommend DAM Capital to any company looking to raise funds and look forward to a long-term partnership with them.”
“The team at DAM puts their heart and soul into every deal and Dharmesh Mehta himself with his depth of experience is passionately involved in transactions. The team upholds the highest standards of professionalism, and we highly recommend them to our fellow entrepreneurs on their listing journey.”
"Our company's listing as the youngest on the stock exchanges is a proud moment for us. We appreciate the guidance and contribution of DAM Capital and especially its senior management in the whole IPO process.”
"I am thrilled to express my utmost satisfaction with DAM Capital's impeccable execution of our IPO. Their strategic guidance, meticulous planning, and unwavering commitment played a pivotal role in ensuring the success of this offering. Their expertise and professionalism instilled confidence in both investors and stakeholders alike. I am truly grateful for their invaluable contribution to the triumph of Capital SFB's IPO. I wholeheartedly recommend DAM Capital for their outstanding ownership and execution and look forward to partnering with them in our future endeavours.”
"My experience with DAM Capital has been fantastic and they have guided us like family. Their team's ownership levels, commitment and out of box thinking has been key to our IPO's success. From insightful market analysis to tailored launch strategy, they have consistently delivered results. I highly recommend DAM Capital to anyone seeking reliable and strategic Capital Market guidance. “
“We are very pleased to have DAM Capital as the left lead banker for our debut on the stock exchanges. The DAM Capital team played a pivotal role by offering valuable insights and were able to convert key cornerstone investors which has been instrumental in attaining this milestone. The entire team right from leadership to the junior most person was available whenever we wanted. Their guidance and critical inputs at every stage of the IPO has been invaluable. We look forward to collaborating with them in the future and we wish them success in their forthcoming endeavours.”
“Our debut on the stock exchanges, garnered a positive response from investors. The DAM Capital team played a pivotal role by offering valuable insights, and their contribution significantly influenced the attainment of this milestone. We anticipate continued collaboration with them in our future endeavors.”
“After 13 years, JSW group has tapped the capital markets. We are thrilled with the response we have received across investor categories and one the best responses for any Port or Infra IPO. This would not have been possible without the support and efforts of the DAM Capital team. The entire team right from leadership to junior most person was available whenever we wanted. Their guidance and critical inputs at every stage of the IPO has been invaluable. We look forward to engaging with the DAM team in future deals.”
“Listing on the exchanges has been a significant milestone for Yatra. The journey to listing has been a memorable one and DAM Capital has been an integral part of it. What stood out was the commitment and guidance provided by the leadership team on all the critical aspects in achieving this goal. We look forward to engaging with the DAM team.”
“DAM Capital is an organization with experienced and dedicated people where the work is properly assigned to specialists and as a team, they have been very helpful in concluding a successful IPO. Of course, we had our pains in the process, like it happens in any large project but when you have a good partner and specially a leader like Dharmesh Mehta, he was always available when we had issues to be discussed, some decisions to be taken, some alternatives to be evaluated and therefore, I would for sure recommend DAM Capital to people who are looking to raise money in IPOs. I would even wish that people who do not immediately have plans, should go to them so that they can prepare them in the long run for the IPO in 3 – 4 year's time. All the best and we hope to work with DAM Capital in other assignments in the near future.”
“Avalon Technologies listing on the bourses is a momentous occasion for us and this wouldn’t have been possible without the relentless efforts of the DAM team. The environment warranted highest level of commitment and bandwidth which DAM team excelled in, their depth of relationships and ownership levels have been key to building a marquee investor base. We look forward to partnering with them in our future endeavors.”
“The journey to IPO has been a very special one for us and the DAM team has played a pivotal role. The ownership levels and guidance of the DAM Capital team and its leadership has been remarkable. One thing that has stood out, is their ability to lead the transaction at every stage, convert marquee investors and drive the entire deal momentum which has been key to achieving this milestone. We look forward to achieving many more milestones along with the team.”
“The DAM Capital team has led the transaction at every stage, and we would like to thank them for their leadership, execution and ability to convert key cornerstone investors. The ownership displayed by the leadership during the regulatory, marketing and execution stage has been key to achieving this milestone for our company."
“The DAM Capital team has passionately led the transaction at every stage, and we would like to thank them for their leadership, effective execution, and their ability to overcome challenges amidst extremely volatile market conditions and assisting the company to achieve a key milestone.”
“We are delighted to have DAM Capital as our partner in the IPO journey. The DAM team differentiated itself through its ownership and commitment, including from its senior management, throughout the IPO process resulting in superior outcome and execution. We look forward to working with DAM Capital in our next phase of growth.”
“We are extremely pleased to have DAM Capital as one of our lead bankers on our maiden journey in the capital markets. What stood out for me was the personal attention and guidance of the leadership team throughout the journey and the conversion of marquee investors early in the process drove the momentum for the entire deal. We certainly look forward to a long-term relationship with DAM Capital.”
“We are very pleased to have DAM Capital as one of our bankers in our new journey that we have embarked on. We thank the entire team for the support provided during the entire IPO process. As a promoter, what I really liked was the personal attention of the leadership team, their hands on approach to supporting us throughout investor interactions and your ability to get marquee investors for us. We certainly would like to continue with this relationship and look forward for a long-term and enduring relationship with DAM Capital.”
“We are very pleased to have DAM Capital as one of the three bankers to our maiden issue. They brought out the critical nuances of the business, got marquee investors onboard and provided vital inputs throughout our IPO journey. The personal attention of the leadership team, their hands on approach to supporting us throughout investor interactions truly made a difference is a defining characteristic for DAM capital.”
"We are very pleased to have DAM Capital as one of the 4 bankers to our IPO. We thank the entire DAM team for the support provided to Krnaa Diagnostics during the entire challenging, IPO process. As a promoter, what I really liked about DAM was your understanding of our business, the inputs you provided to us throughout the journey, and your ability to get marquee investors for us. We certainly would like to continue with this relationship and look forward for a long-term and enduring relationship with DAM Capital.”
“We are very pleased to have DAM Capital as one of the two bankers to our maiden issue. They brought out the critical nuances of the business, got marque investors onboard and provided vital inputs through our IPO journey”
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