Microfinance giant SKS becomes the first to tap capital market Amarchand SampR and Wilson Sonsini advice

The biggest microfinance company in the country is poised to go public and has taken the first step towards that direction by filing for DRHP with SEBI. SKS Microfinance, founded by financial analyst Vikram Akula has filed for an IPO and seeks to raise around Rs.1,100 crores ($250 million).