Welcome to EXE

Hi, I'm Rakshith Melpal, a Chartered Accountant by qualification with over three years of experience in investment banking, and the mind behind EVxEBITDA.

EVxEBITDA is a personal project where I share my thoughts and analysis on mergers and acquisitions across India, focusing mainly on the consumer and industrial sectors. This is something I do in my free time, aiming to go beyond the headlines to provide detailed breakdowns of M&A deals—covering deal rationale, valuation multiples, industry trends, and more. Whether you're an investor, banker, or just curious, my goal is to provide context and insights that matter in the world of M&A.

Why EXE?

Most M&A news simply report that a deal happened, but rarely do we get to see the why and how behind it. Unless you're willing to spend hours pouring over financials, business models, and news archives, those details remain elusive.

I’m aiming to provide detailed yet concise breakdowns of M&A deals, including:
- The underlying deal mechanics & rationale
- Industry landscape analysis
- Company performance & peer comparison
... all distilled into a 15-30 minute read that goes beyond the headlines.

I hope you'll join me on this journey. I'm completely open to any criticism and learning along the way, so please feel free to share your thoughts and feedback.

The Eurasian Eagle Owl, with its piercing eyes and commanding presence, embodies the sharp focus and deep strategic insight I try bring to every analysis. (Photo by Jevgeni Fil on Unsplash)