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Former HSBC execs launch maiden venture debt fund

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VCCircle · 1y ago

Former HSBC execs launch maiden venture debt fund

Former executives from HSBC have launched venture debt firm VentureSoul Capital and announced the launch of their maiden fund. The firm aims to invest in companies in the new economy space across sectors. The fund, which has a target corpus of $71 million, will focus on investing in companies at the Series A or beyond stage with a proven revenue model. It has secured commitments from anchor investor Micro Labs and various individuals. The venture debt space in India has seen significant growth, with $1.2 billion raised from such deals in 2023.

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Former Citrix, Standard Chartered Bank execs float maiden real estate fund

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VCCircle · 10m ago

Former Citrix, Standard Chartered Bank execs float maiden real estate fund

- Two former executives of Citrix Systems and Standard Chartered Bank have partnered to launch a real estate private equity fund. - The fund aims to invest in the property market and capitalize on opportunities in the real estate sector. - Vishal Khare and Shivam Sinha, the executives behind the fund, bring valuable experience from their previous roles at Citrix Systems and Standard Chartered Bank. - The launch of this fund adds to the growing number of firms that have recently entered the real estate investment market. - The fund intends to leverage its expertise and network to identify lucrative investment opportunities and deliver strong returns to its investors.

Former Alibaba, 9Unicorns execs float VC fund

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VCCircle · 1y ago

Former Alibaba, 9Unicorns execs float VC fund

Former Alibaba India investment head Raghav Bahl and former partner of venture capital firm 9Unicorns Soham Avlani have partnered to launch a new venture capital firm called Promaft Partners. The firm aims to invest in early-stage companies with a strong product-market fit.

ValuAble hits first close of maiden investment vehicle at 25% of target

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VCCircle · 11m ago

ValuAble hits first close of maiden investment vehicle at 25% of target

- ValuAble Partners, a venture debt firm, has achieved the first close of its maiden venture debt fund, raising around $25 million. - The firm plans to raise a total of approximately $101 million for its fund. - ValuAble Partners focuses on investing in companies in the pre-Series A and Series A funding stages, with investments ranging from $2.5-4 million per company. - The fund prioritizes investments in sectors such as healthcare, fintech, agritech, edtech, and greentech. - ValuAble Partners aims to invest in 40-50 businesses that align with ESG principles and UN Sustainability Development Goals. - Ajay Mittal, a former partner at Ascent Capital, was appointed as a general partner and investment manager of ValuAble Partners.

VentureSoul Partners sets timelines for maiden debt fund

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VCCircle · 3m ago

VentureSoul Partners sets timelines for maiden debt fund

VentureSoul Partners, a Mumbai-based venture debt firm, is planning to complete its fundraising exercise for its first debt fund, having already supported six companies. Launched in June 2024, the fund has been progressing post-marking its first close last year. This strategic move underscores VentureSoul's commitment to expanding its investment portfolio and reinforces its position in the venture debt industry, focusing on providing crucial financial support to growing businesses.

HSBC setting up $1 bln growth fund to scale up digital platform businesses in Southeast Asia

Reuters · 1y ago

HSBC setting up $1 bln growth fund to scale up digital platform businesses in Southeast Asia

HSBC is establishing a $1 billion growth fund called ASEAN Growth Fund to support companies scaling up through digital platforms in Southeast Asia. The bank aims to tap into the region's fast-growing digital economy, projected to reach $600 billion by 2030. In addition to the lending fund, HSBC also launched a $150 million venture debt fund specifically for Singapore-based companies backed by venture capital or private equity firms. The move reflects HSBC's focus on supporting the digital transformation and growth potential in Southeast Asia.

HSBC setting up $1 billion growth fund to scale digital platform businesses in Southeast Asia

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

HSBC setting up $1 billion growth fund to scale digital platform businesses in Southeast Asia

HSBC is establishing a $1 billion growth fund, named the ASEAN Growth Fund, to provide lending to businesses scaling up through digital platforms in Southeast Asia. The bank aims to tap into the region's rapidly growing digital economy, which is projected to reach $600 billion by the end of the decade. In addition to the lending fund, HSBC is launching a $150 million venture debt fund specifically for the Singapore market, supporting companies backed by venture capital or private equity firms. The move is driven by the region's digitally native and expanding workforce, poised to boost e-commerce and consumption.

HSBC setting up $1 billion growth fund to scale up digital platform businesses in Southeast Asia

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

HSBC setting up $1 billion growth fund to scale up digital platform businesses in Southeast Asia

HSBC has announced the establishment of a $1 billion growth fund called ASEAN Growth Fund, aimed at lending to companies scaling up through digital platforms in Southeast Asia. The bank recognizes the region's booming digital economy, which is expected to reach a value of $600 billion by the end of the decade. In addition to the lending fund, HSBC has also launched a $150 million venture debt fund specifically for the Singapore market, providing financing for VC or private equity-backed companies in the city-state.

Saudi's Jada Fund of Funds strikes maiden venture credit bet in American fund

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VCCircle · 1y ago

Saudi's Jada Fund of Funds strikes maiden venture credit bet in American fund

Jada Fund of Funds, backed by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, has made its first venture debt investment in a US-based fund that provides specialized debt solutions for tech entrepreneurs. This marks Jada's second foray into the private credit space and its second limited partner-style bet of the year.

Former Venture Garage, Cuemath execs float climate-focused VC fund

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VCCircle · 10m ago

Former Venture Garage, Cuemath execs float climate-focused VC fund

Former partner of Venture Garage, Pawan Raj Kumar, and ex-VP of Cuemath, Aakash Kushwaha, have launched a new venture capital fund called ZeCa Ventures. The fund, based in Bengaluru, will focus on investing in startups and companies that are dedicated to reducing carbon footprint and addressing climate change. The aim is to support innovative solutions that contribute to a more sustainable future.

Saudi Arabia's Jada backs US fund in maiden venture debt LP bet

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VCCircle · 1y ago

Saudi Arabia's Jada backs US fund in maiden venture debt LP bet

Saudi Arabia's Jada Fund of Funds, supported by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), has made its first venture debt investment in a US-based fund that provides debt solutions to tech entrepreneurs. This move marks Jada's second investment in the private credit sector and its second limited partner-style bet this year. The fund aims to support innovation and technology advancements by providing financing options to startups and other tech-focused companies.

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