Apollo Cradle, Cloudnine to Merge in INR 1,550 Cr Healthcare Deal
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The transaction involves Apollo Health and Lifestyle Limited (AHLL) transferring these units into Cloudnine, in return for a 9.9% stake in the combined entity along with cash consideration, valuing the deal at ₹1,550 crore.
Apollo Hospitals has merged its maternity and fertility businesses, Apollo Cradle and Apollo Fertility, with Cloudnine in a ₹1,550 crore deal to create a larger integrated platform for women and child healthcare in India.
The transaction involves Apollo Health and Lifestyle Limited (AHLL) transferring these units into Cloudnine, in return for a 9.9% stake in the combined entity along with cash consideration, valuing the deal at ₹1,550 crore.
The merger brings together two established maternity and fertility care networks, combining their clinical expertise and infrastructure to strengthen service offerings across fertility treatments, maternity care, neonatology and paediatrics, while enabling a more comprehensive and integrated care model for patients.
The combined entity is expected to operate more than 50 centres across key cities, significantly expanding its reach and enabling it to serve a wider patient base with specialised care.
The move is driven by the growing demand for fertility and maternity services in India, supported by factors such as rising awareness, lifestyle changes and delayed parenthood. By combining infrastructure, clinical expertise and operational capabilities, the merger is expected to improve patient outcomes while scaling up services across geographies.
Apollo said the transaction will help unlock value from its specialised healthcare vertical while allowing it to continue participating in the segment’s growth through its stake in the merged entity.
Cloudnine is expected to benefit from Apollo’s clinical strength and established presence in the healthcare sector, further enhancing its position in the market.
The deal reflects a broader consolidation trend in India’s healthcare industry, particularly in high-growth speciality segments. Upon completion, subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions, the merged platform is expected to emerge as one of the largest players in the maternity and fertility care space, focusing on expanding access, improving quality of care and driving long-term growth.
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