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Building trust, clarity and long-term value in capital markets

In today’s capital markets, investor relations is no longer a compliance-led function. It has become a strategic bridge between companies and the investment community, shaped by higher investor expectations, increased shareholder activism, the growing influence of proxy advisory firms, and a sharper focus on ESG and long-term performance.

Grant Thornton Bharat’s Investor Relations Advisory Services help companies design, set up and manage effective IR programmes that clearly communicate companies’ value proposition.

Our team fosters two-way dialogue with the investment community, delivers critical market insights, provides strategic guidance, and strengthens investor confidence. In today’s dynamic environment, this proactive approach enables companies to build long-term stakeholder value.

Navigating key investor relations challenges

Our investor relations consulting services help organisations address common IR challenges by enabling them to:

Effectively communicate your equity story by developing compelling IR collaterals.

Provide informed guidance to navigate complex regulatory landscapes.

Empower investors with clear and consistent insights into your pre and post IPO journey.

Proactively address evolving ESG regulations with tailored solutions.

Preparing to go public: Investor relations for IPO-ready companies

For companies preparing to access public markets, investor relations play a defining role well before the IPO launch. Our IPO investor relations advisory team partners with IPO-bound organisations to build strong foundations for long-term investor engagement.

We help shape your equity narrative, identify the right investor segments and prepare leadership teams for market interactions. Through structured communication and disciplined execution, we support companies in navigating IPO complexity and positioning themselves effectively with the investment community.

Our pre-IPO investor relations support includes:

IR readiness assessment from a listed-company perspective
Setting up a dedicated IR function aligned with business strategy
Designing IR strategy, governance frameworks and standard operating procedures
Coaching the C-suite and IR teams for effective investor and analyst engagement
Developing focused and credible investor presentations that bring the equity story to life
IR collateral support for pre-IPO and early investor roadshows
Creating a targeted list of investors and analysts to optimise outreach
Designing an investor microsite as part of the corporate website

During the IPO phase, our advisory support focuses on clarity, consistency and responsiveness:

Refining and communicating a compelling equity story to the market
Supporting investor roadshows and one-on-one meetings
Assisting with relevant sections of the offer document to ensure alignment with the IR narrative
Evaluating investor and analyst feedback and supporting management responses

For listed companies, investor relations must continuously evolve to reflect performance, strategy and market expectations. Our investor relations advisory services for listed companies cover both strategic and operational IR requirements.

Strategic IR

Conducting investor and analyst perception studies
Benchmarking IR practices against peers and industry leaders
Identifying and targeting potential shareholders to strengthen the investor base
Designing and executing shareholder satisfaction surveys
Integrating ESG priorities into IR strategy and investor communications
Providing strategic guidance on engagement with proxy advisory firms
Leveraging technology solutions to improve IR effectiveness

Operational IR

Refreshing the equity story through updated investor presentations
Supporting impactful disclosures for clear analyst and investor communication
Enhancing visibility through structured and continuous market outreach
Delivering timely market intelligence on trends, peers and investor sentiment
Managing quarterly and ongoing IR activities through retainer-based support
Providing secondment or loaned IR resources to strengthen in-house teams
Developing annual reports and integrated reports aligned with strategic priorities

Why choose Grant Thornton Bharat

Experienced team

Deliver expert guidance from professionals who have led successful IPOs and IR transformations across industries.

Flexible resourcing

Scale IR resources with secondment and loan staff options tailored to your needs.

Proven results

Drive stronger engagement through clearer disclosures and enhanced market visibility.

ESG expertise

Apply best practices in corporate governance and ESG to strengthen IR strategy and meet stakeholder expectations.

Market intelligence

Generate insights on market trends, competitor activities and investor sentiment.

Technology-driven insights

Use advanced analytics to track shareholder data, identify target investors and provide actionable insights.

Clear, impactful messaging

Create compelling narratives that highlight value, performance and strategic direction.

Why Grant Thornton

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