JQR Sports- Consumer [Footwear]

JQR Sports raises US$ 25M investment from Venturi Partners

EY India acted as the exclusive financial advisor to JQR Sports (India) Private Limited. 

EY has successfully advised JQR Sports (India) Private Limited (JQR) on securing an investment of US$25 million from Venturi Partners, marking EY’s seventh footwear deal and the first institutional investment for JQR Sports.

JQR Sports- a leading player in India’s mid-range and economy footwear market, is known for its innovative designs, vertically integrated manufacturing, and extensive offline distribution network. The company has built a strong brand presence by offering premium-quality sneakers at affordable prices.

Venturi Partners- an Asia-focused investment platform that backs consumer-facing businesses in India and Southeast Asia. The firm provides growth capital to brands in retail, education, healthcare, and FMCG, with a shared vision of creating a positive impact.

The Indian footwear industry is witnessing strong support from government policies due to a shortage of high-quality, affordable brands. At EY, we emphasized JQR Sports’ product quality, design aesthetic, in-house manufacturing, and well-established distribution network, which garnered strong interest from the private equity investor community. This funding will enable JQR to expand its offline presence into new markets, launch its online channel, and enhance its product offerings to meet India’s rising demand for affordable, high-quality sneakers. This transaction reaffirms EY’s leadership in providing Deal Advisory services in the fast-growing Indian footwear sector
The Indian footwear industry is witnessing strong support from government policies due to a shortage of high-quality, affordable brands. At EY, we emphasized JQR Sports’ product quality, design aesthetic, in-house manufacturing, and well-established distribution network, which garnered strong interest from the private equity investor community. This funding will enable JQR to expand its offline presence into new markets, launch its online channel, and enhance its product offerings to meet India’s rising demand for affordable, high-quality sneakers. This transaction reaffirms EY’s leadership in providing Deal Advisory services in the fast-growing Indian footwear sector