Dhivakaran is an experienced finance professional with more than 10 years in the financial services industry. Since joining Investec in 2015, and later transitioning to Investec Investment Banking in 2017, he has built a strong track record advising clients across multiple sectors.

A qualified CA(SA) and CFA charterholder, Dhivakaran has developed deep expertise in the retail segment, complemented by experience in healthcare and industrials . He has played a key role in a number of corporate finance transactions including the acquisition of Studio 88 by Mr Price Group (USD 200m), acquisition of Yuppiechef by Mr Price Group, disposal of Deep Catch to Imperial (USD 50m), disposal of Shoprite Furniture to Pepkor (USD 150m), disposl of Shoprite operations in Nigeria, Uganda, Malawi and Madagascar and delisting of Adcock Ingram (USD 225m), among others.