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Scapia raises $40 Mn in Series B led by Peak XV

EntrackrEntrackr · 2m ago
Scapia raises $40 Mn in Series B led by Peak XV
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Scapia raises $40 Mn in Series B led by Peak XV Travel fintech company Scapia has raised $40 million in its Series B round led by Peak XV Partners, with participation from existing investors, Elevation Capital, Z47, and 3State Ventures. The funding will enable Scapia to strengthen its team, enhance its product offerings, harness the power of AI, and accelerate its ambitious growth plans, Scapia said in a press release. According to the company’s regulatory filings, it has secured Rs 289 crore ($34 million) so far, with the remaining funds expected soon. In this round, Peak XV Partners took the lead, investing Rs 218 crore ($25.6 million), followed by Elevation Capital with Rs 62.28 crore ($7.3 million) and 3State Ventures contributing Rs 8.65 crore ($1.02 million). According to a separate resolution, the Bengaluru-based company also expanded its ESOP pool by 3,460 ESOP options. The newly added ESOP will be valued at Rs 22 crore, while the total pool now stands at Rs 132 crore (approximately $15.5 million). Entrackr estimates that the company’s post-money valuation stands at Rs 1,645 crore or $193.5 million. The valuation may vary after completion of the round. Founded by Anil Goteti, Scapia operates as a fintech-travel platform, offering a lifetime-free credit card with travel rewards. It generates revenue through interchange fees, interest on EMIs, and partner commissions from travel bookings. Scapia’s co-branded card with Federal Bank offers great value with no joining or annual fees, zero forex markup, and free unlimited domestic lounge access and airport perks based on monthly spending. Cardholders get 10% rewards on all purchases and 20% rewards on travel bookings made through Scapia. Scapia has raised over $70 million to date, including its $23 million Series A round led by Elevation Capital and 3State Ventures in November 2023. According to startup data intelligence platform TheKredible, Peak XV Partners became the largest external shareholder with a 13.74% stake, followed by Matrix Partners at 13.68%. Its FY24 appeared to be the first operational year, recording a revenue of Rs 17 crore while incurring a loss of Rs 88 crore during the same period. The company competes with the likes of One Card, which posted Rs 1,425 crore revenue, and Zolve, which stood at a revenue of Rs 67.8 crore in the fiscal year ended March 2024.

‘We are defined by the choices we make…’: Peak XV downsizes growth fund in India by 16%

Business TodayBusiness Today · 9m ago
‘We are defined by the choices we make…’: Peak XV downsizes growth fund in India by 16%
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- Peak XV Partners, formerly known as Sequoia Capital India, is downsizing its fund in India by 16% after achieving $1 billion in exits this year. - Despite the downsizing, Peak XV remains strongly committed to investing in India and South East Asia. - The venture capital firm is making strategic changes to better serve its multi-decade time horizon. - Peak XV is focusing on measured investments in its growth fund while maintaining its support for seed and venture stage opportunities. - The decision to downsize is intended to benefit the founders and limited partners in the long term. - Peak XV has a successful track record, managing over $9 billion in capital and investing in more than 400 companies across various sectors.

Exclusive: Eduvanz secures bridge round at 35% lower valuation

EntrackrEntrackr · 4m ago
Exclusive: Eduvanz secures bridge round at 35% lower valuation
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Exclusive: Eduvanz secures bridge round at 35% lower valuation Education loan provider Eduvanz has secured Rs 25.52 crore in a bridge funding round co-led by Juvo Ventures and Capria Fund, with additional participation from Peak XV and Unitus Ventures. Eduvanz's board has approved a special resolution to issue 26,405 preference shares at an issue price of Rs 9,667 each, raising Rs 25.52 crore, according to a regulatory filing accessed from the RoC. Capria Fund and Juvo Ventures contributed Rs 8.65 crore and Rs 8.57 crore, respectively, while Peak XV and Unitus Ventures invested Rs 4.28 crore and Rs 4 crore. According to the filings, the newly raised funds will be utilized for working capital, product development, and marketing initiatives. Entrackr estimates Eduvanz's post-allotment valuation at approximately Rs 551 crore, reflecting a 35% decline from its last extended Series B round, where the company was valued at Rs 850 crore. Eduvanz provides loans to students to finance their school, coaching, and test prep fees. Salaried and self-employed individuals can also seek loans from it to fund their up-skilling expenses. After the bridge round, Peak XV Partners will hold a 31.72% stake in the company, while Juvo Ventures and Capria Fund will own 4.89% and 3.14%, respectively. The new funding is coming after a gap of more than two years for Eduvanz. In December 2022, it scooped up $12.6 million in its extended Series B round from new and existing backers. Entrackr exclusively reported the development. Eduvanz competes with well-funded firms such as Grayquest, Avanse Financial, Financepeer, Propelld, Leap Finance, and Auxilo.

Peak XV launches Spark 03 cohort with 14 startups, including 16 female founders

Economic TimesEconomic Times · 1y ago
Peak XV launches Spark 03 cohort with 14 startups, including 16 female founders
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Peak XV, formerly known as Sequoia Capital India, has announced the launch of its new startup cohort, Spark 03, comprising 14 companies, 16 of which are led by female founders. The cohort includes a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and healthtech, with four companies in each category. The remaining companies are involved in SaaS, consumer and B2B platforms. Spark has had three cohorts to date, covering 48 founders and 41 startups across various sectors. The AI companies within the cohort include RaptorX.ai, FOBOH, Traverse, and Wordsworth AI, while healthtech solutions are represented by BabyMD, Soulside, Evenly, and another currently operating in stealth. Other companies include Profit Peak, Fix My Curls, Meritic, and Melvvi.

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