The last few months have witnessed a spurt of private equity investments in the kidswear market in the country. In April, Delhi-based kidwears brand Lilliput had two rounds of PE infusion from Bain Capital and the Texas Pacific Group for a 35% stake in the company, followed by Catmoss selling around 30% stake to Hong Kong-based Saif Partners. The investment has been significant. Both Bain and TPG together pumped in more than Rs 350 crore in Lilliput, while the Catmoss transaction was estimated at Rs 70 crore. India’s kidswear market in organised retail, which is estimated at Rs 3,500 crore, is growing at an annual rate of 10%. The premium segment brands such as Lilliput and Benetton are vaulting at 20%. […]