Amit Agarwal
Group CFO | Strategic Business Partner , deliver turnaround M&A & IPO Specialist | Driving Business Transformation, Turnaround specialist , Restructuring expert ,Capital Optimization , achieved 15X market cap growth,
Raymond Limited•Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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Group CFO | Business Transformation | M&A Execution | Strategic Finance | Value Creation I’m a globally experienced Group CFO with over 30 years of leadership across capital-intensive sectors including aviation, steel, infrastructure, energy, textiles, real estate, and manufacturing. Known for driving strategic transformation, turnarounds, and value creation in complex, multinational environments. I’ve successfully led initiatives across IPO readiness, M&A execution, capital structure optimization, and large-scale cost reduction programs — delivering up to 15X market cap growth and managing multi-billion-dollar capital programs. A proven strategic partner to boards, founders, and CEOs, with deep expertise in treasury, corporate finance, governance, investor relations, and risk management. 🔹 Delivered high-impact exits including ₹2,825 Cr divestiture at 80x EBITDA 🔹 Reduced net debt by over 70% and executed capital raises of $1B+ 🔹 Transformed underperforming businesses into profitable, growth-ready operations 🔹 Multinational leadership in India, Europe & global capital markets I bring a collaborative, data-driven leadership style and a consistent track record of aligning finance with business goals to unlock value at scale. Trusted advisor to boards, founders, and CEOs, adept at navigating volatility while aligning finance with business strategy. Deep expertise in treasury, fundraising, performance management, governance, and investor relations — with a sharp focus on shareholder value, risk mitigation, and operational excellence. Strategic Financial Leadership Capital Allocation | IPO Readiness M&A Execution | Divestitures | Turnarounds | Restructuring Fundraising: Debt & Equity | Treasury | Capital Markets Performance Management | Cost Optimization | Forecasting & Budgeting Risk, Governance & Compliance | Investor Relations | Board Reporting Global Business Leadership | Cross-Functional Execution | Digital Transformation
Career Timeline
- Raymond Lifestyle LimitedCurrentDec 2025–Present· 9 mos
- President - Chairman OfiiceCurrentDec 2025–Present
- Raymond LimitedCurrentJul 2020–Present· 6 yrs 2 mos
- Group Chief Financial OfficerCurrentJul 2020–Present
- Jun 2019–Jul 2020· 1 yr 1 mo
- Chief Executive OfficerJun 2019–Jul 2020
- Sep 2015–May 2019· 3 yrs 8 mos
- CFO & Acting CEOSep 2015–May 2019
- Mar 2013–Sep 2015· 2 yrs 6 mos
- Group Chief Financial OfficerMar 2013–Sep 2015
- Nov 2010–Mar 2013· 2 yrs 4 mos
- CFO & DirectorJul 2011–Mar 2013
- Head Business Planning & Strategy -Steel Business GroupNov 2010–Mar 2013
- Oct 2007–Feb 2011· 3 yrs 4 mos
- Group Chief Financial OfficerOct 2007–Feb 2011
- Jun 2006–Oct 2007· 1 yr 4 mos
- CFO Long Carbon EuropeJun 2006–Oct 2007
- Oct 1997–Jul 2006· 8 yrs 9 mos
- CFO -GermanyOct 1997–Jul 2006
Education
CFO-strategic partner
Executive Education
The Wharton SchoolCA
Finance
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of IndiaICWA
Cost, Accounting
The Institute of cost Work Accountants of India