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Startup news and updates: daily roundup (July 15, 2024)

YourStoryYourStory · 1y ago
Startup news and updates: daily roundup (July 15, 2024)
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Digital lending is expected to make up 5% of total retail loans by FY28, driven by the adoption of Gen Z and millennials. These younger demographics are opting for digital lending due to its convenience and speed. Currently, digital lending accounts for 2.5% of retail loans, with Gen Z borrowing around Rs 3.5-4 lakh crore and millennials borrowing around Rs 25-28 lakh crore. The report also suggests that there is significant growth potential for digital lending in India, with Gen Z and millennials driving innovation and competition in the market. Meanwhile, upGrad, an integrated learning and workforce development startup, has seen an 8x increase in enrolments for its AI-focused Bootcamps in FY24. These Bootcamps have been revamped to prioritize practical application and hands-on learning, with 80% of the curriculum dedicated to real-world projects, coding practice, doubt resolution, and graded assignments. The company aims to double its enrolments in FY25 by further enhancing its Bootcamps and offering a range of workshops, industry projects, and certifications.

Surge In Unsecured Loans By Fintechs Led To RBI’s Tightening Of Lending Norms: Bernstein

Inc42Inc42 · 1y ago
Surge In Unsecured Loans By Fintechs Led To RBI’s Tightening Of Lending Norms: Bernstein
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According to a report by brokerage Bernstein, there has been a significant increase in unsecured lending by Indian banks and fintechs, leading to tighter lending norms by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in November last year. The report highlights the rapid growth of fintechs in the country, which has further driven the increase in unsecured lending. The RBI increased the risk weight for consumer credit exposure of banks and non-banking financial companies, aiming to increase the cost of unsecured loans. The growth in consumer loans has outpaced household credits, raising concerns among regulators. Despite regulatory measures, digital lending remains attractive for India's fintech sector.

Ola Electric can achieve EBITDA breakeven by FY27: Goldman Sachs

EntrackrEntrackr · 10m ago
Ola Electric can achieve EBITDA breakeven by FY27: Goldman Sachs
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Ola Electric, the Bengaluru-based electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, is projected to reach EBITDA breakeven by the fiscal year ending March 2027, according to a recent report by Goldman Sachs. The company is expected to see its revenue grow at 2.5 times the current rate, with a fivefold increase in vehicle volume over the next three years. “We expect FY24 to FY30E revenue growth of +40% CAGR (vs FY22 to FY24 of +240%), implying FCF breakeven (ex-subsidies) in FY30E. We expect OLAE to achieve 11.9% / 27% EBITDA margin / ROIC by FY30E vs -19.7% / -32.0% pc in FY24,” said the Goldman Sachs report. Despite the promising projection, Ola Electric’s revenue growth in FY24 and FY21 Q1 has been modest. Its revenue from operations grew only 2.8% to Rs 1,644 crore in Q1 FY25 from Rs 1,598 crore in Q4 FY24. The company, however, managed to control its losses by 16.6% to Rs 347 crore in Q1 FY25. During the last fiscal year (FY24), it reported Rs 5,010 crore revenue and Rs 1,584 core loss. Goldman Sachs has issued a “buy” rating for Ola Electric, with a 12-month target price of Rs 160 per share, suggesting a potential 50% upside. Currently, Ola Electric shares are trading at Rs 113 per share. The brokerage firm expects Ola Electric’s revenue to increase by over 40% from FY24 to FY27. In contrast, TVS Motor, Bajaj Auto, and Hero MotoCorp are projected to grow by 16%, 19%, and 10%, respectively. As per the report, Ola Electric’s products are approximately 18% cheaper on a running cost basis when compared to its EV peers. Ola Electric’s market share rose from 21% in FY23 to 35% in FY24, and further to 49% in Q1 FY25, according to Jefferies. However, the share dropped to 39% in July and 32% in August. In August, TVS and Bajaj each held a 19% market share, while Ather Energy had a 12% share. The competition in the EV sector is expected to intensify as Ola Electric prepares to launch its motorcycle and electric three-wheeler (e-rickshaw) in the coming months. Meanwhile, Ather Energy, which is also gearing up for a public listing, has announced plans to begin manufacturing motorcycles as well.

Most Indian Consumers Still Susceptible To Illegal Loan Apps

Inc42Inc42 · 1y ago
Most Indian Consumers Still Susceptible To Illegal Loan Apps
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A recent study conducted by the Fintech Association for Consumer Empowerment (FACE) reveals that nearly one-third of high-confidence customers in India lack knowledge about digital loans and struggle to detect illegal lending apps. The study found that many customers are unaware of key information such as the lender's name, key fact statements, and grievance redressal mechanisms. Over half of the respondents show limited knowledge of the verification factors for loan apps and are susceptible to fraud and scams. The report recommends addressing these gaps to protect customers and maintain trust in digital lending. Additionally, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is planning to establish a public register of whitelisted lending apps to combat illegal lending practices.

Delhivery turns profitable with Rs 52 Cr PAT in Q1 FY25

EntrackrEntrackr · 11m ago
Delhivery turns profitable with Rs 52 Cr PAT in Q1 FY25
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Logistics company Delhivery is turning around the table by registering notable profits during the quarter ending June 2025, with a scale crossing Rs 2,100 crore in the same period (Q1 FY25). Delhivery’s operating revenue grew 4.6% to Rs 2,172 crore in Q1 FY25 from Rs 2,076 crore in Q4 FY24, according to the company’s unaudited consolidated quarterly report filed with the National Stock Exchange. Logistics services including (warehousing, last mile logistics, designing and deploying logistics management systems) were the primary sources of revenue for Delhivery. The Gurugram-based company added another Rs 110 crore from financial sources tallying the overall income to Rs 2,282 crore in Q1 FY25 from Rs 2,195 crore in Q4 FY24. For the logistics firm Delhivery, the cost of freight and handling formed 71% of its overall expenditure. To the tune of scale, this cost grew 4% to Rs 1,579 crore in Q1 FY25 from Rs 1,519 crore in Q4 FY24. The firm spending on employee benefits, advertising, finance, legal, and other expenditures took the overall expenditure to Rs 2,223 crore in Q1 FY25 compared to Rs 2257 crore in Q4 FY24. The continued growth in scale and reduction in total cost enabled Delhivery to turn black with Rs 52 crore in profits in Q1 FY24 as compared to Rs 68 crore loss in Q4 FY24. On a unit level, the firm spent Rs 1.02 to earn a rupee in Q1 FY25. Delhivery has also granted 1,66,122 employee stock options under its existing ESOP Plan 2012, tallying its total ESOP pool to 1.73 million, according to a different disclosure filed by Delhivery through NSE. Delhivery’s share price is currently at Rs 414.4 (as of August 2) and its total market capitalization stood at Rs 30,632 crore or $3.6 billion.

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