Business Quote by Ratan Tata
“I am in favour of disinvestment. But if a disinvested company has to tie up with a government company for its livelihood, there is a problem.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Business Insights with Ratan Tata, 2015
Disinvestment is good, but reliance on government partners creates dependency issues.
In simple terms: Disinvestment works unless the firm must depend on the government.
Avoid reliance on government ties after privatization.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- privatization strategy
- public‑private ventures
- investment decisions
- regulatory risk
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can privatized firms ensure independence?
- What safeguards protect against over‑reliance on state partners?
Government involvement may limit operational freedom and profitability.