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Lighthouse Canton floats innovation fund to bet on AI, other emerging technologies
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1y ago
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Singapore-based investment firm Lighthouse Canton has launched the LC GenInnov Global Innovation Fund, targeting global companies in emerging sectors such as artificial intelligence (AI), biotech and healthcare, robotics, and cleantech. The long-only fund aims to invest in around 30 to 40 companies, striking a balance between diversification, profitability, and valuation. The fund's investment team is led by Nilesh Jasani, a 30-year veteran of the markets and an expert in generative AI. Lighthouse Canton aims to identify innovation-led investment opportunities and leverage AI's transformative potential through the new fund.
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Plan to launch second debt fund, set up NBFC: Lighthouse Canton’s Sanket Sinha
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1y ago
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Singapore-based asset management firm, Lighthouse Canton, is planning to launch a second debt fund and set up a non-banking financial company (NBFC). The firm has recently closed its first debt fund and will now focus on launching a second fund for making credit investments. Additionally, Lighthouse Canton plans to establish an equity investment vehicle for investing in top-performing companies from its maiden venture capital fund's portfolio.
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Lighthouse Canton to launch ₹250 cr fund to back portfolio winners
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1y ago
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Investment firm Lighthouse Canton is planning to launch a ₹250 crore momentum fund to invest in high-performing portfolio companies. The fund aims to invest in 15-20 companies that have demonstrated exceptional growth. Lighthouse Canton's CEO, Shilpi Chowdhary, said the focus would be on companies that can potentially deliver high returns. The fund will have an average ticket size of about $2 million and will primarily target Indian companies, although it may also consider other similar opportunities. Lighthouse Canton's existing fund, LC Nueva, has already invested in around 33 startups.
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Lighthouse Canton plans new venture capital fund to back portfolio winners
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1y ago
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Singapore-based investment firm, Lighthouse Canton, is set to launch a new venture capital fund to support the top-performing companies from its first India-focused fund. The firm recently closed its debut India VC fund, LC Nueva AIF, and aims to further invest in the most promising companies from that portfolio. This move reflects Lighthouse Canton's commitment to backing successful ventures and maximizing returns for its investors.
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LC Nueva Investment launches second vehicle to back winners from first fund
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10m ago
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- LC Nueva Investment Partners launches second fund to support winners from its first fund, LC Nueva Fund. - The partnership is between Singapore-based Lighthouse Canton and Delhi-based investment firm Nueva Capital. - LC Nueva Fund closed at Rs 350 crore ($42 million) in 2023. - The second fund, named LC Nueva Momentum Fund, aims to continue backing successful investments. - LC Nueva Investment Partners focuses on investment opportunities in the Indian market.
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Lighthouse backs luggage maker in second bet from new fund
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1y ago
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Lighthouse Funds, a mid-market private equity firm in India, has made its second investment from its latest fund by backing a popular luggage and travel accessories manufacturer. The firm has previously supported companies in the consumer sector such as Fabindia, Duroflex, and Wow! Momo. Lighthouse is currently in the final stages of closing its fourth private equity fund.
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Eximius Ventures floats $30 mn fund for pre-seed investments
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6m ago
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Eximius Ventures has launched a second investment fund aimed at pre-seed investments with a target of $30 million. The micro venture capital firm intends to back 25-30 companies using this fund. The focus will be on sectors like fintech, artificial intelligence, software-as-a-service (SaaS), and frontier technology. Pearl Agarwal, the co-founder and managing partner, references their commitment to fostering innovation and support for emerging businesses in these high-potential areas.
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Lighthouse Canton closes early stage Indian startups focussed AIF at INR 350 Cr
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1y ago
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Singapore-based Lighthouse Canton has closed its LC Nueva AIF, a scheme of Luminere Investment Trust, at INR 350 Cr. Initially aimed at INR 300 Cr, the fund size was increased due to high demand. LC Nueva AIF focuses on early-stage Indian startups and invests in revenue generating companies with strong unit economics. It has a portfolio of around 30-35 startups, including EV financing startup Revfin and career tech platform Internshala. The fund plans to use half of the corpus for follow-on rounds for existing portfolio companies.
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14 Defence Tech Startups Fuelling The ‘Make In India’ Drive In Defence
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9m ago
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India's defence tech ecosystem is fostering innovation through the use of emerging technologies such as AI and unmanned systems. Initiatives like the Defence Ministry's iDEX and Technology Development Fund are supporting defence startups by providing grants and collaboration opportunities. As India is the largest arms importer globally, the growth of indigenous defence tech startups could potentially reduce this dependency on imports.
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Former Brand Capital executive Rajesh Sharma floats own fund
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8m ago
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Rajesh Sharma, former executive at Brand Capital, has launched his own fund called AdiGan Capital. The fund will focus on identifying and investing in high-growth sectors. Sharma has a wealth of experience in private equity and venture capital, having previously worked at Brand Capital and The Times Group. The new fund aims to capitalize on opportunities in emerging industries.
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Green Frontier Capital Floats INR 1,500 Cr Fund
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8m ago
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Category II AIF fund is offering support to Indian investors who want to back climate-tech ventures aligned with the country's sustainable development goals. The fund aims to drive India's low-carbon transition by investing in transformative climate technologies. It specifically targets India-centric companies at various stages, from seed to Series A, with a focus on decarbonisation, digitisation, and disruptive technologies.
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