Shikhara Investment Management
Saniel Chandrawat is an experienced investment professional currently serving as Head of Research and Senior Investment Analyst at Shikhara Investment Management since April 2024. Prior to this role, Saniel worked at Mirae Asset Global Investments from July 2014 to May 2024 as a Senior Investment Analyst, specializing in the regional healthcare sector. Saniel's career also includes a position as an Equity Research Analyst focusing on the India Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Sector at Morgan Stanley from July 2007 to July 2014, and experience as a Senior Auditor at KPMG from January 2005 to June 2007. Saniel holds a Chartered Accountant designation from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Mithibai College, Mumbai University.
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Shikhara Investment Management
Shikhara Investment Management ("Shikhara") is an employee-owned investment management firm with nearly 25 years of experience in Asian markets. Founded by industry veteran Rahul Chadha in November 2023, our team of seasoned professionals, with a presence in New York, Hong Kong, and Mumbai, provides deep local insights while maintaining a global perspective on longer-term trends. At Shikhara, we stand inspired by the enduring majesty of the mountain peak—a symbol of both our name and our philosophy, assessing the vast panorama of investment opportunities from an elevated vantage point. Our vision is to be the premier choice for institutional investors seeking expert investment management and advisory services for Asian and emerging market equities. We do this by leveraging the vast expertise of our geographically dispersed team to tap into asymmetric information and nuanced market insights. -- What Differentiates Us -- i. Global Knowledge, Local Insights A well-experienced, multicultural team across New York, Hong Kong, and Mumbai combines global perspectives with on-the-ground insights. ii. All Weather Approach Our ability and experience to invest in different sectors across countries provide consistency of performance and downside protection through various market cycles. iii. ESG as a Value Creator We avoid large-scale exclusions and instead engage with portfolio companies to improve governance, employability, and environmental impact.