Why IP Audits Are Becoming Deal-Makers in India’s M&A Landscape: Integrating IP Governance into Due Diligence
In India’s rapidly evolving corporate and investment ecosystem, intellectual property has emerged as one of the most decisive indicators of business value. Whether a company is scaling through venture capital, eyeing strategic acquisitions, or preparing for a merger, investors increasingly evaluate not just financial health but the strength, clarity, and enforceability of its IP assets. In this environment, IP due diligence in India is a core determinant of valuation, risk, and long-term commercial viability. As transactions become more technology-driven, courts are becoming more IP-sensitive, and regulatory expectations are becoming more stringent. Businesses that embed IP audits into their corporate governance frameworks consistently outperform those that treat IP as an afterthought. Effective IP audits reduce legal uncertainty, enhance corporate IP valuation, strengthen intellectual property compliance, and ensure that companies are transaction-ready. Conversely,...