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Astratinvest launches Quant Long Short Fund, targeting Rs 400 Cr in 12 months

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Astratinvest launches Quant Long Short Fund, targeting Rs 400 Cr in 12 months
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Astratinvest, a SEBI-registered Category III Alternative Investment Fund (AIF), has officially launched its flagship fund Astratinvest Quant Long Short Fund, aiming to raise Rs 400 crore. The fund is designed to offer a systematic, data-driven approach to participating in India’s dynamic equity markets. Structured in accordance with SEBI’s private placement framework, the offering is intended for eligible investors with a minimum investment of Rs 1 crore as defined under AIF regulations. Astratinvest Quant Short Fund distinguishes itself with a proprietary, multi-layered quantitative framework that dynamically adapts to market conditions while maintaining strict risk controls. It integrates four engines: MSQ (Market Strength Quantum), VSQ (Volatility Strength Quantum), S1+S2 Selection Engine, and RRQ (Risk Reward Quantum). This systematic, data-driven approach offers a disciplined alternative to discretionary and factor based quant strategies, aiming to deliver consistent alpha with strong downside protection in India’s evolving equity market. The launch of the fund aligns with a growing shift among Indian investors toward structured, data-driven investment strategies that prioritize consistency and risk management over speculation.

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BizDateUp launches Rs 1,000 Cr Pulse Fund I

EntrackrEntrackr · 15d ago
BizDateUp launches Rs 1,000 Cr Pulse Fund I
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BizDateUp has launched Pulse Fund I, a Rs 1,000 crore Category II Alternative Investment Fund (AIF). The fund includes a Rs 500 crore base and an additional Rs 500 crore green-shoe option. According to the fund, it will invest 50% in high-growth startups, 30% in profitable SMEs, and 20% in select real estate projects. The fund is structured as a 10-year close-ended vehicle, extendable by 2 years. It will focus on sectors such as AI, SaaS, fintech, healthtech, deeptech, defense, aerospace, gaming, EV mobility, green energy, and regtech. A special focus will be given to opportunities in tier-II and tier-III cities. The fund also promises financial, legal, and compliance checks, overseen by an NISM-certified fund manager. Founded by Jeet Chandan and Meet Jain, BizDateUp is an ecosystem enabler for startups offering comprehensive support services to visionary entrepreneurs to the forefront of their industry. BizDateUp empowers startups to challenge conventions, pioneer new solutions, and drive meaningful change in their respective fields. It has funded over 25 startups, raised a $10 million fund, engaged 1,000 angel investors, and delivered an average return of 3.5x to its backers in FY24. BizDateUp plans to expand globally by launching parallel funds in Singapore, the USA, and Dubai within 24 months, targeting over $1 billion in international capital for India’s innovation ecosystem. Earlier in May last year, BizDateUp Technologies had acquired a 20% stake in Duro Green, an environmental impact startup providing wet waste management services.

Prudent Equity launches maiden fund with minimum ticket size of Rs 50 lakh

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Prudent Equity launches maiden fund with minimum ticket size of Rs 50 lakh
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The Gurugram-based wealth management firm Prudent Equity has launched its maiden growth strategy Portfolio Management Service (PMS). This fund leverages a proven bottom-up value investing approach to capture mispriced opportunities while prioritizing capital protection. According to Prudent Equity, the fund will provide with a minimum investment of Rs 50 lakh, which is designed for investors seeking long-term capital appreciation over 36 to 60 months. The fund is tailored to meet the needs of a diverse range of investors, including (HNWIs) and (UHNWIs), offering a solution for medium- to long-term investment goals. Prudent Equity aims to achieve Rs 250 crores in Assets Under Management (AUM) for the growth strategy PMS Fund by the end of 2025. Launched in 2012 by Siddharth Oberoi, Prudent Equity is an asset management company serving family offices, HNI and retail investors. Since inception, The platform focuses on serving individuals, families and corporations by providing actionable advice on their equity investments. The growth strategy PMS fund will align with its aim of consistently meeting investor needs and providing services. Since its inception in 2012, It claims that it has maintained a client-centric approach, as demonstrated by the strong performance of its Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) launched in 2022. The platform also claims that its existing ACE fund has recently delivered 75% return over the past 12 months, compared to 37% for the benchmark.

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