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Fintech’s new fuel: Venture debt takes centrestage amid a funding crunch

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Livemint · 8m ago

Fintech’s new fuel: Venture debt takes centrestage amid a funding crunch

Venture debt has surged in India as venture capital funding for fintech companies tightens due to regulatory scrutiny. Fintech startups secured $671.1 million in venture debt, a significant increase from the previous year. While overall venture capital investment in fintech dropped 38%, venture debt rose by 10% across various sectors. It offers startups an alternative funding source, focusing on capital efficiency and avoiding equity dilution. Consumer startups also benefited, raising $459 million in venture debt funding.

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Byju’s bankruptcy ruling in US catches Indian official off guard

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Economic Times · 11m ago

Byju’s bankruptcy ruling in US catches Indian official off guard

Indian education technology company Byju's is facing involuntary Chapter 11 bankruptcy for its units, including Neuron Fuel, Epic! Creations, and Tangible Play, following a US court ruling. The decision came after the units failed to share requested financial information with creditors. Byju's is embroiled in several bankruptcy cases in India and abroad and has faced a liquidity crunch after classroom operations resumed amid the pandemic. Byju's interim resolution professional has requested a stay on the bankruptcy, while lenders have filed a petition accusing the company's founder of violating debt contracts.

Startups turned to venture debt amid funding winter. Now they’re facing the heat

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Livemint · 1y ago

Startups turned to venture debt amid funding winter. Now they’re facing the heat

Indian startups, including the Good Glamm Group, Reshamandi, and Arzooo, are negotiating extensions with venture debt backers, as they struggle to repay loans amid a challenging macroeconomic environment. The requests for extended repayment timelines highlight the difficulties faced by startups in securing funding during the funding winter. Venture debt is a financing option used by early and growth stage companies to support liquidity concerns until their next fundraising round. Lenders must decide which startups are likely to survive and may offer concessions based on potential for recovery and support from equity investors.

Trifecta Capital marks first close of fourth venture debt fund

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VCCircle · 7m ago

Trifecta Capital marks first close of fourth venture debt fund

Trifecta Capital has achieved the first close of its fourth venture debt fund, targeting a total raise of Rs 2,000 crore (approximately $231 million), including a greenshoe option of Rs 500 crore. Based in Gurugram, Trifecta offers venture debt to startups and continues to expand its financial resources to support entrepreneurial growth. This development underscores its ongoing commitment to fuel the startup ecosystem through substantial financing endeavors.

Nigerian-born mobility fintech startup Moove gets debt funding for India expansion

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VCCircle · 1y ago

Nigerian-born mobility fintech startup Moove gets debt funding for India expansion

Nigerian-born mobility fintech startup Moove has raised $10 million in debt funding from venture debt firm Stride Ventures to fuel its expansion in India. Moove plans to use the capital to strengthen its presence in the country by expanding into cities like Delhi, Pune, and Kolkata, as well as increase its fleet to over 5,000 vehicles. The company, which already operates in Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Hyderabad, provides revenue-based vehicle financing to mobility entrepreneurs using alternative credit-scoring technology in ride-hailing platforms. Moove has raised over $335 million in funding since its inception.

Repos Energy Plans To Raise Rs100-300 Crore By June Next Year

OutlookIndia

OutlookIndia · 1y ago

Repos Energy Plans To Raise Rs100-300 Crore By June Next Year

Indian energy distribution start-up Repos Energy intends to raise between INR 100-300 crore ($13.4-40.2 million) in a Series A funding round to expand its technology and reach. Repos Energy has already secured INR 50-60 crore ($6.7-8 million) in equity and debt. The Pune-based company provides doorstep delivery of diesel fuel to commercial buyers using its diesel-dispensing browsers. It aims to use the new funding to expand its geographical coverage and improve its technology. Repos Energy expects to raise the funds in the next 6-8 months through venture capitalists, private equity firms, high-net-worth individuals, or strategic partnerships.

Indian venture debt market is steadily growing: Lighthouse Canton report

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YourStory · 9m ago

Indian venture debt market is steadily growing: Lighthouse Canton report

Indian founders are increasingly turning to venture debt to bridge funding gaps and preserve ownership of their companies, according to a report by investment firm Lighthouse Canton. The report highlights the growing reliance on venture debt in the Indian startup ecosystem, driven by the scarcity of equity funding. It also notes that the fintech sector and electric vehicle sector, which are capital-intensive and viewed as high-risk by traditional lenders, are major proponents of venture debt. The report concludes that venture debt funding can play a pivotal role in driving the development of India's startup ecosystem.

MapMyIndia takes a u-turn, scraps decision to invest in outgoing CEO Rohan Verma’s startup

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Livemint · 8m ago

MapMyIndia takes a u-turn, scraps decision to invest in outgoing CEO Rohan Verma’s startup

MapMyIndia's board of directors has decided not to invest in the new venture of its outgoing CEO, Rohan Verma. They have reversed their decision on making any equity or debt investment in the proposed company. The board will now focus on exploring opportunities in the business-to-consumer (B2C) sector and recalibrating their investments accordingly.

BYJU’S-Owned Aakash Sets Up Executive Council To Appoint New CEO

Inc42 · 1y ago

BYJU’S-Owned Aakash Sets Up Executive Council To Appoint New CEO

BYJU’S-owned Aakash Educational Services Ltd (AESL) has formed an executive council, including BYJU’S CEO Byju Raveendran and Group CFO Ajay Goel, to appoint a new CEO. This follows the departure of CEO Abhishek Maheshwari and the impending exit of CFO Vipan Joshi. The executive committee will guide AESL during the transition period. This move comes amid a series of top-level departures and regulatory issues at BYJU’S, which has laid off over 5,000 employees due to a funding crunch and shelved expansion plans.

Balancing Act: Choosing Between Venture Debt And Equity Investment For Indian Startups

Inc42 · 1y ago

Balancing Act: Choosing Between Venture Debt And Equity Investment For Indian Startups

Indian startups have increasingly turned to venture debt as a funding option, with $260.7 million raised between January and June 2023. Venture debt offers startups the opportunity to borrow capital without giving up ownership stakes, allowing for growth while limiting dilution. It provides flexibility in repayment and can be secured faster compared to equity funding. However, venture debt may not suit all startups, particularly those with uncertain or capital-intensive business models. Ultimately, the choice between venture debt and equity depends on the specific needs and circumstances of each startup.

Venture debt remained flat in 2024 at $1.2 billion: Report

Economic Times

Economic Times · 4m ago

Venture debt remained flat in 2024 at $1.2 billion: Report

In 2024, venture debt maintained a steady level of $1.2 billion, with a significant 58% CAGR from 2018. The number of deals rose by 28.6%, driven by sectors like fintech, cleantech, and consumer tech. Major venture debt participants in India include Stride Ventures and Trifecta Capital. As equity becomes selective, venture debt is essential for bridging funding gaps and enabling strategic growth. Key startups like Zepto and Rebel Foods benefit from this funding trend.

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