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India not for faint-hearted: Lightspeed's Somaia on Sequoia's exit
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2y ago
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Following the recent separation of Sequoia Capital's Indian division, Bejul Somaia of Lightspeed Venture Partners expressed that operating in India requires resilience, as the market can be challenging. Nevertheless, he believes that India's potential remains highly appealing. Somaia emphasized the importance of patience, prioritizing quality, maintaining discipline, and adopting a long-term perspective in order to succeed in this market.
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Lightspeed says India not for the faint-hearted amid Sequoia split
TechCrunch
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2y ago
Medial
Lightspeed Venture Partners has emphasized that operating in India is not for the faint-hearted, following the recent split of Sequoia Capital's Indian unit. The firm acknowledges the challenges of the Indian market but also recognizes its significant potential. Lightspeed advises a patient, quality-oriented, disciplined approach and a long-term perspective to succeed in the dynamic and demanding Indian business landscape. Bejul Somaia of Lightspeed staunchly defended the opportunities in India days after Sequoia's decision to segregate the India venture.
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Lightspeed appoints Vivek Gambhir, Kevin Aluwi as venture partners for India, Southeast Asia
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Lightspeed Venture Partners has appointed two new venture partners, Vaibhav Agrawal and Bejul Somaia, to strengthen its team in India and Southeast Asia. Agrawal will focus on early-stage investments in areas like SaaS, proptech, and fintech, while Somaia will support startups in the consumer and enterprise sectors. The new appointments reflect Lightspeed's commitment to investing in the rapidly growing technology ecosystems in India and Southeast Asia.
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Sequoia's Roelof Botha backs Shailendra Singh week after split, says India and SEA arm flourished under him
Money Control
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2y ago
Medial
Sequoia Capital's Roelof Botha has expressed support for Shailendra Singh, a week after their professional split. Botha praised Singh for his contribution to Sequoia's India and Southeast Asia operations, stating that the arm has flourished under his leadership. The endorsement from Botha highlights Singh's successful track record and the positive impact he has made in the startup ecosystem of the region. Botha's comments follow Silicon Valley investor and CEO of Social Capital Chamath Palihapitiya's remarks, where he voiced disbelief at Sequoia's decision to exit the India market.
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Did Investcorp make any money in quiet exit from legacy India portfolio firm?
VCCircle
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8m ago
Medial
Bahrain-based alternative investment firm, Investcorp, has made a quiet exit from its legacy India portfolio. This marks at least its third exit move from its India portfolio this year. The asset manager entered India in 2019 through the acquisition of the private equity business of IDFC Alternatives. Details about the returns on this exit are not disclosed, but reports suggest that the returns may not be as expected.
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Strong India stance shaped by growth macros, geopolitics: Lightspeed’s Bejul Somaia
Economic Times
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5m ago
Medial
India's AI potential is in vertical integration rather than competing with foundational AI giants, says Bejul Somaia from Lightspeed Venture Partners. Despite global tech shifts, India remains attractive due to its economic growth, market depth, and emerging IPO pathways. Lightspeed sees promise in quick commerce and AI in healthcare. With $1.2 billion in dry powder and notable investments in firms like Zepto and Oyo, they focus on building durable companies amidst competitive landscapes.
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Abu Dhabi wealth fund ADQ signing off from India bet with a bummer
VCCircle
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6m ago
Medial
Abu Dhabi sovereign wealth fund ADQ has decided to exit one of its limited private equity investments in India after four years, with minimal returns. Despite being involved in the Indian market, ADQ has not been as active as its counterparts like the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority and Mubadala. Details about the specific investment and the reasons for the exit have not been disclosed.
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Indian startups can thrive despite speed bumps, Lightspeed’s Bejul Somaia says
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
India's young tech companies continue to attract investment despite challenges faced by high-profile internet firms like Paytm and Byju's, according to Bejul Somaia, Partner at Lightspeed Venture Partners. While regulatory orders and corporate governance issues have affected these companies, India's political stability, booming capital markets, and effective management of interest rates by the central bank make it an appealing destination for venture capital. Lightspeed has raised $500 million for its India and Southeast Asia fund and has invested in companies like Zepto, Udaan, and Razorpay. The firm is also capitalizing on the growing demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure.
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TA Associates’ sub-$200 mn India portfolio exit misses benchmark
VCCircle
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1y ago
Medial
Private equity firm TA Associates, known for its active presence in the Indian market, has missed its benchmark with its exit from a sub-$200 million India portfolio. Despite a strong track record of monetizing its investments in the country, this recent exit falls short of expectations. TA Associates had made successful exits from at least four portfolio companies in the past year, but this particular exit did not meet the anticipated results. The firm remains committed to generating returns from the Indian market.
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Creador makes poor returns from India portfolio
VCCircle
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1y ago
Medial
Creador, the private equity firm focused on South and Southeast Asia, has sold a portfolio company in India, resulting in poor returns. The firm, led by founder Brahmal Vasudevan, has been slowing down its investment activity in India but managed a partial exit from its portfolio. The details of the transaction and the reasons for the poor returns were not mentioned in the article.
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Kedaara, Partners Group sign off with over $1 bn from India club deal
VCCircle
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12m ago
Medial
Private equity firm Kedaara Capital and Swiss co-investor Partners Group have closed a successful deal, marking their exit from an eight-year investment in India. Kedaara recently raised a record-breaking amount for its fourth India-focused fund. The two firms have collaborated on multiple control deals in the country over the years. The details of the deal, including the returns generated, have not been disclosed.
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