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HealthXCapital Merges With Jungle Ventures To Make Healthcare Investments In India, SEA
Inc42
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1y ago
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Singapore's HealthXCapital (HXC) has merged with Jungle Ventures, a notable venture capital (VC) firm with Indian startups like Livspace and Moglix in its portfolio. HXC's team will lead Jungle Ventures' healthcare investments in India and Southeast Asia, offering capital, clinical validation, and commercialization through strategic industry investors. HXC's founder, Seemant Jauhari, will become a partner at Jungle Ventures, enhancing the firm's healthcare-focused investments and expanding its diverse portfolio. This move follows Jungle Ventures' closure of a $600 million Fund IV, supporting startups in India and Southeast Asia.
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Moglix backer Jungle Ventures taps returning LP for fifth fund
VCCircle
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11m ago
Medial
Southeast Asia and India-focused venture capital firm, Jungle Ventures, is reportedly securing a commitment from a returning limited partner for its fifth fund. The Singapore-based firm, known for its investments in companies such as Moglix and NIC, is in talks with the International Finance Corporation. Jungle Ventures has a strong focus on the B2B marketplace and is expected to continue its investments in the region.
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Jungle Ventures adds new LP for fifth fund, hits first close
VCCircle
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8m ago
Medial
Jungle Ventures has secured a new limited partner for its fifth fund and has successfully reached its first close. The Singapore-based venture capital firm, known for its investments in Southeast Asia and India, has added a new investor to its portfolio. Jungle Ventures has previously backed successful startups like Livspace and Moglix in India.
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Funding and acquisitions in Indian startups this week [14-19 Aug]
Entrackr
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1y ago
Medial
AI startups led the week's fundraising activities, followed by fintech and e-commerce (including D2C brands) startups. Notably, four mergers and acquisitions took place, including TrackOn's acquisition by XpressBees and Slash's acquisition by Finix Partners, while HealthXCapital merged with Jungle Ventures. Layoffs affected Byju's, Times Internet, and Spartan Poker, leading to over 320 job cuts. Eight startups raised less than $20 million, with DynamoFL and Contiinex securing $15.1 million and $2 million respectively. The week marked one of the lowest funding periods for Indian startups, contrasting the previous week's $66 million raised.
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Jungle Ventures, Indian VC firm in talks to back second-time founder
VCCircle
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4m ago
Medial
Jungle Ventures, a venture capital firm focused on Southeast Asia and India, is reportedly in discussions, alongside an Indian VC firm, to invest in a new consumer startup founded by a second-time entrepreneur. Jungle Ventures, based in Singapore, recently marked the initial closing of their fifth fund. This strategic investment aligns with their ongoing commitment to supporting innovative ventures in the region, as reported by sources familiar with the development to VCCircle.
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Jungle Ventures in talks to make twin investments
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Singapore-based venture capital firm Jungle Ventures is reportedly in talks to invest in two of its existing portfolio companies, The Ayurveda Experience (TAE) and Walko Food Company Pvt. Ltd. Jungle Ventures had previously led a $11 million investment in Walko Food's natural ice cream brand NIC. The size of the investment in TAE is not disclosed. Jungle Ventures is focused on consumer brands and has had its biggest investment year in India in terms of value and the number of deals in 2021. The firm currently manages over $1 billion in assets under management.
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Jungle Ventures-backed NirogStreet aims to triple revenue, plans fresh fundraise
VCCircle
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1y ago
Medial
Mumbai-based healthcare technology platform NirogStreet, backed by Jungle Ventures, plans to triple its revenue in the current financial year and improve profitability. The startup aims to expand its platform by increasing the number of doctors, pharmacies, and drugmakers. NirogStreet is also considering a fresh round of fundraising to support its growth plans.
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Jungle Ventures doubles down on ice cream brand NIC
VCCircle
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1y ago
Medial
Singapore-based venture capital firm Jungle Ventures has invested $20m in Indian ice cream maker Walko Food to expand its product portfolio and customer base. Walko, which makes the NIC brand, previously secured $11m from Jungle Ventures last year.
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Eight Roads Ventures likely signed off from 2024 with a forgettable exit in India
VCCircle
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7m ago
Medial
Eight Roads Ventures, a global venture capital firm, concluded 2024 with an unremarkable exit in India. The firm, known for its investments in technology and healthcare companies worldwide, made several investments and exits in India throughout the year. However, the specifics of these deals are not mentioned in the summary, leaving room for further information to be provided.
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Jungle Ventures taps another returning LP for fifth fund
VCCircle
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6m ago
Medial
Jungle Ventures, a venture capital firm investing across India and Southeast Asia, has secured a returning limited partner (LP) commitment for its fifth fund. This follows an earlier commitment from an offshore LP. The Singapore-based firm continues to attract support as it expands its investment portfolio, which includes companies like a home interior startup. This development highlights Jungle Ventures’ growing influence and successful track record in the venture capital landscape.
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KKR acquires controlling stake in Baby Memorial Hospital
YourStory
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1y ago
Medial
Private equity firm KKR has agreed to acquire a controlling stake in Indian multi-specialty hospital chain Baby Memorial Hospital (BMH). The investment will support BMH in expanding its hospital network and enhancing healthcare services in India. KKR's expertise and network in the healthcare sector will help drive BMH's growth and make a positive impact on the communities it serves. This move aligns with KKR's focus on healthcare investments in India and other regions. BMH, founded in 1987, offers comprehensive services across various medical and surgical departments.
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