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Micro VC Aora changes tack, investment mandate in new fund

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VCCircle · 1y ago

Micro VC Aora changes tack, investment mandate in new fund

Venture capital firm Aora Ventures is shifting its investment strategy with its new fund. The firm, known for its backing of startups across various regions, including South Asia, South East Asia, Europe, and the US, has fully deployed its initial $15 million fund established in 2020. The focus of the new fund will be to target a specific corpus, narrowing its investment scope.

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Pre-seed investor Volt VC floats maiden investment fund

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VCCircle · 1y ago

Pre-seed investor Volt VC floats maiden investment fund

Ahmedabad-based micro-venture capital firm Volt VC has launched its first investment fund, aimed at supporting consumer-centric startups at the pre-seed stage. The Volt VC Fund-I aims to raise INR 45 crore ($5.4 million) and will primarily invest in direct-to-consumer, business-to-consumer, and business-to-business-to-consumer models. The fund plans to invest between INR 50 lakh and INR 2 crore in approximately 20-25 startups. Volt VC aims to address the lack of micro-VC funding available to startups at the pre-seed stage in India, enabling promising ideas to grow and flourish.

Micro VC firm Gemba Capital floats second fund

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VCCircle · 1y ago

Micro VC firm Gemba Capital floats second fund

Micro venture capital firm Gemba Capital has launched its second investment vehicle, targeting a corpus of INR 250 crore ($34m). The Indian firm, which backs early-stage “platform-first” businesses in three key sectors – consumer technology, fintech and B2B platforms – aims to make follow-on investments with 30% of the fund. Gemba Capital, which raised INR 70 crore for its first fund in 2022, aims to make the final close of fund II by the end of this year.

Micro VC player Rockstud marks first close of second vehicle

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VCCircle · 1y ago

Micro VC player Rockstud marks first close of second vehicle

Micro venture capital firm Rockstud Capital has announced the first close of its second fund at INR 68 crore ($8.2 million). The Mumbai-based firm is targeting to raise INR 300 crore ($36 million) for the 'Rockstud Capital Investment Fund - II'. The fund aims to operate like an angel network, focusing on bridge funding for startups. Rockstud Capital will evaluate startups and offer its limited partners (LPs) the option to invest on a deal-by-deal basis.

Artha Global Opportunities Fund plans PE, credit, global strategies after windfall gains

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VCCircle · 3m ago

Artha Global Opportunities Fund plans PE, credit, global strategies after windfall gains

Artha Global Opportunities Fund, having moved its base to Gujarat’s GIFT City, plans to enhance its investment strategies following significant gains. Originally concentrating on distressed assets and special situations, the fund intends to diversify its mandate by incorporating new strategies like private equity, credit, and global investment, aiming to expand its assets under management. This strategic shift highlights the fund's commitment to growth and adaptation in changing markets.

Audacity Ventures changes game plan, expands investment mandate

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VCCircle · 1y ago

Audacity Ventures changes game plan, expands investment mandate

Audacity Ventures, a venture capital firm focused on mediatech, has expanded its investment mandate after initially launching its fund to support early-stage companies in India, the US, and parts of Asia. The firm, founded by Kabir Kochhar, former general partner at Anthill Ventures, has decided to change its investment strategy. Additional details about the new game plan were not provided.

GEF Capital to set new returns record as PE bet turns into $475 mn goldmine

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VCCircle · 1y ago

GEF Capital to set new returns record as PE bet turns into $475 mn goldmine

Private equity firm GEF Capital Partners from the US is expected to achieve record returns with a $475 million profit. The firm, which focuses on clean energy investments, was spun out of the Global Environment Fund five years ago. GEF Capital is currently raising a new fund with an India-focused mandate. This successful investment marks one of the highest returns in the alternative investment management industry. The firm initially invested $24 million in the project.

360 ONE Asset forays into early-stage startup investing with $60-mn VC fund

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VCCircle · 3m ago

360 ONE Asset forays into early-stage startup investing with $60-mn VC fund

360 ONE Asset, part of 360 ONE WAM Ltd and backed by Bain Capital, is launching a $60 million venture capital fund for early-stage startup investments. The fund will focus on seed and Series A investments across various sectors, aiming to support startups from early stages to IPO. Led by Abhishek Nag, the initiative seeks to fill gaps in India’s micro-VC ecosystem by providing long-term capital and co-investment opportunities, with initial deals in gaming, food, SaaS, and space-tech.

Micro VC firm Warmup Ventures floats second fund with $35 mn target

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VCCircle · 8m ago

Micro VC firm Warmup Ventures floats second fund with $35 mn target

Jaipur-based micro venture capital firm, Warmup Ventures, has launched its second investment vehicle, Warmup Fund II, with a target corpus of $35.3 million. The fund will primarily invest in seed and pre-seed stage companies, with a focus on deep-tech, climate, and sustainability sectors. Warmup Ventures aims to invest in 25 to 30 early-stage startups across various sectors, providing follow-on rounds as well. The firm has already invested in more than 15 startups since its launch in 2023, including Bobabhai, Nitro Commerce, Minimizes, RocketPay, and Balwaan Krishi.

Hong Kong-based ADM Capital set to get LP commitment for fund with India mandate

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VCCircle · 1y ago

Hong Kong-based ADM Capital set to get LP commitment for fund with India mandate

Hong Kong-based investment firm ADM Capital is reportedly seeking a limited partner for its new fund focused on smart city development in Asia. The fund, called ADM Asia Secured Lending Fund III LP – Elkhorn, is expected to have an India mandate. ADM Capital specializes in alternative credit and private credit investments and has a track record of investing in sustainable investments across Asia. The move towards smart city development aligns with the growing trend of urbanization in the region.

Bessemer Venture Partners to roll out new India-focused VC fund

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VCCircle · 5m ago

Bessemer Venture Partners to roll out new India-focused VC fund

Bessemer Venture Partners, a Silicon Valley venture capital firm, is preparing to launch a new India-focused investment fund. The firm, known for its successful India fund started over three years ago and its portfolio including several unicorns, aims to continue its investment momentum in the South Asian region. Vishal Gupta, a partner at Bessemer, is highlighted in this effort. This new fund underscores the firm's commitment to strengthening its presence and supporting innovation in India.

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