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Indian startups on track to raise $8-12 billion this year: Peak XV MD Rajan Anandan

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Indian startups on track to raise $8-12 billion this year: Peak XV MD Rajan Anandan

According to venture capital firm Peak XV, Indian startups are expected to raise $8-12 billion this year, showcasing the country's vibrant startup ecosystem. The uninvested private capital committed for investment in Indian startups is estimated to be around $20 billion. The investment run rate in Indian startups has significantly increased, reaching $60 billion in 2021 and 2022 combined, compared to $7 billion in the previous year. Anandan also highlighted that the Indian startup ecosystem is the most vibrant in the world and predicted that 100 startups will go public within the next seven to eight years.

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Peak XV Partners managing director, Rajan Anandan, predicted that Indian startups are likely to receive funding between $8-$12 billion in 2023. He also projected that the number of listed Indian startups will increase fivefold, reaching around 100 in the next 7-8 years. Anandan dismissed concerns regarding the funding winter, stating that the country's venture capital firms currently have approximately $20 billion in dry powder. He emphasized the importance of innovation in startups and stated that no business model can sustain for more than a decade in the rapidly evolving technological landscape.

Indian startups seen raising $10-12 billion this year: Peak XV’s Rajan Anandan

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Indian startups seen raising $10-12 billion this year: Peak XV’s Rajan Anandan

Indian startups are expected to raise around $10-12 billion in funding this year, which is seen as sufficient to build the country's ecosystem, according to Rajan Anandan, Managing Director of Peak XV Partners. This estimate follows a period of exuberance in 2021 and 2022 during which India received $60 billion in funding. Anandan also noted that around $20 billion of private capital is currently uninvested and committed to the Indian market. The report suggests that in the coming years, there will be at least 100 Indian startups aiming for initial public offerings.

India needs more founders with deep technical expertise: Peak XV’s Rajan Anandan

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

India needs more founders with deep technical expertise: Peak XV’s Rajan Anandan

Rajan Anandan, MD of Peak XV Partners, emphasized the need for more technical founders in the Indian startup landscape, particularly in fields like AI and software development. He highlighted the importance of fostering industries built on intellectual property and directed investments towards deeptech, AI, advanced manufacturing, and quantum computing. Anandan stressed the need for increased investments in Indian universities, research centers, and the promotion of PhD programs. He also discussed the potential of IPO markets and expressed astonishment at the profitability prospects of his portfolio companies.

Peak XV has Rs 16,000 crore for investment; AI to be in focus: Rajan Anandan

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Peak XV has Rs 16,000 crore for investment; AI to be in focus: Rajan Anandan

Venture capital firm Peak XV Partners, with a significant investment of about Rs 16,000 crores, is actively looking to invest in AI startups. The firm has already made over 25 AI investments in the past 1-1.5 years. Rajan Anandan, the managing director of Peak XV Partners, emphasized the emergence of AI application companies across various sectors such as healthcare, retail, agriculture, and financial services. Anandan also highlighted the need for more AI researchers in India and the importance of investing in AI research.

Can't link funding winter to once-in-100yrs COVID funding: Anandan

YouTube · 1y ago

Can't link funding winter to once-in-100yrs COVID funding: Anandan

Rajan Anandan, Managing Director of Peak XV Partners, mentioned that the current funding situation shouldn't be compared to the substantial funding startups received during the COVID-19 pandemic. He emphasized that the present conditions are more typical, likening it to returning to normal temperatures after experiencing an exceptionally hot summer. Anandan also noted that this is an opportune period for both building and investing.

Start-up ecosystem jubilant as India’s G20 Presidency puts them on global map

Business Today

Business Today · 1y ago

Start-up ecosystem jubilant as India’s G20 Presidency puts them on global map

The New Delhi Declaration at the G20 Summit celebrated startups and MSMEs as vital drivers of growth and innovation. NASSCOM President Debjani Ghosh praised India for putting startups and SMEs on the global map and highlighted their significance. The Declaration recognized these entities as natural engines of growth, emphasizing their role in innovation and job creation. A startup task force, including Ghosh, Vijay Shekhar Sharma, and Gopal Srinivasan, presented recommendations for strengthening ecosystems, global alliances, investment commitments, and inclusion for startups. Rajan Anandan, MD of Peak XV and Surge, expressed enthusiasm for this historic inclusion of startups in the G20 Declaration.

Peak XV Has INR 16K Cr Dry Powder For Startups: Rajan Anandan

Inc42 · 1y ago

Peak XV Has INR 16K Cr Dry Powder For Startups: Rajan Anandan

Rajan Anandan, Managing Director of Sequoia Capital India, announced that the firm has over INR 16,000 crore available for investment and is particularly interested in supporting startups in the field of artificial intelligence (AI). Anandan discussed the attractiveness of AI as an investment theme and highlighted the $20 billion currently available for Indian startups in the VC ecosystem. He also mentioned Peak XV's recent investments in semiconductor, spacetech, and green hydrogen startups, challenging the perception that Indian VCs are risk averse.

50% of firms we invest in have no line of code written: Peak XV MD

Inshorts · 2y ago

50% of firms we invest in have no line of code written: Peak XV MD

Rajan Anandan, the Managing Director of Peak XV Partners, stated that approximately 50% of the companies they invest in at the seed level do not have any code written yet. In essence, their investments rely heavily on exceptional teams venturing into expansive markets with profound insights. Anandan further mentioned that achieving a product-market fit is a prerequisite for securing series A funding in the present landscape.

50% of firms we invest in have no line of code written: Peak XV MD

Inshorts · 2y ago

50% of firms we invest in have no line of code written: Peak XV MD

Rajan Anandan, the Managing Director of Peak XV Partners, stated that approximately 50% of the companies his firm invests in at the seed stage have not yet written any code. Instead, they focus on identifying exceptional teams with profound insights into large markets. Anandan emphasized that having a product-market fit is crucial to secure Series A funding in the current landscape, highlighting the importance of validating market viability before advancing to the next funding stage.

Biggest patriotic act today is picking India-made products: Nikhil

YouTube · 1y ago

Biggest patriotic act today is picking India-made products: Nikhil

Nikhil Kamath, the Co-founder of Zerodha, expressed that the most significant display of patriotism "in today's modern capitalist world" involves choosing products made in India, even if they may have slightly lower quality. Responding to Kamath's comment during a podcast interview, Rajan Anandan, Managing Director of Peak XV Partners, disagreed, stating that it's not a good strategy and that one should strive to excel with the best product.

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