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Ongoing funding winter is a blessing in disguise for India’s start-up ecosystem: Kunal Bahl

Business Today

Business Today · 2y ago

Ongoing funding winter is a blessing in disguise for India’s start-up ecosystem: Kunal Bahl

Kunal Bahl, co-founder of Acevector Group & Titan Capital, views the current funding slowdown in India's startup ecosystem as a positive development. He believes the "funding winter" will benefit startups by trimming excess and leading to a leaner, more robust ecosystem. Overseas funding had surged in recent years but declined since mid-2022 due to interest rate hikes in major economies. Funding in India dropped by 77% in January-July 2023 compared to the same period last year. Bahl cites successful Indian startups' growth and scaling ability as vital factors in weathering these changes.

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Thanks to SaaS, Chennai remains unperturbed by funding winter, claims report

Business Today

Business Today · 2y ago

Thanks to SaaS, Chennai remains unperturbed by funding winter, claims report

The funding winter may have been sending chills across the start-up ecosystem, but it appears not to have penetrated Chennai’s humid climate. According to a report by global consulting firm PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), while metro cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Pune and others saw a decline in the number of start-up deals, Chennai, on the contrary, saw an uptick.

DPIIT Partners with Bhaane Group for Manufacturing Start-Ups' Incubation

OutlookIndia

OutlookIndia · 7m ago

DPIIT Partners with Bhaane Group for Manufacturing Start-Ups' Incubation

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has partnered with Bhaane Group to foster manufacturing start-ups through incubation programs. This collaboration aims to strengthen ties within the international start-up ecosystem, providing start-ups with market insights and a holistic understanding of foreign markets. The initiative reflects DPIIT's ongoing efforts to bolster India’s manufacturing sector, building upon previous strategic partnerships with corporates like ITC Limited and Walmart to support start-up growth and innovation.

Snapdeal founder Kunal Bahl says governance scandals have hurt trust in Indian startups

Economic Times

Economic Times · 3m ago

Snapdeal founder Kunal Bahl says governance scandals have hurt trust in Indian startups

Snapdeal cofounder Kunal Bahl highlighted how governance scandals have damaged trust in Indian startups, urging financial discipline from the start. Speaking at a summit, he emphasized early-stage founders should adopt governance practices, prompted by recent high-profile controversies. This scrutiny has led investors to impose stricter clauses and engage in independent audits. Bahl advocates for governance as essential for investor and stakeholder confidence, while anticipating increased private funding and IPO activity by 2025, contingent on good governance practices.

Funds Worth $3.8 Bn+ Announced For Startups In 2023; Here’s The Full List

Inc42 · 1y ago

Funds Worth $3.8 Bn+ Announced For Startups In 2023; Here’s The Full List

Amid an ongoing funding winter, India's startup ecosystem witnessed funds worth $3.8 Bn+ being launched or closed so far. Read the source article for a comprehensive list of resources-

Shark Tank India 4: ₹94.8 crore invested so far, Aman Gupta emerges topmost investor. Check details here

Business Today

Business Today · 5m ago

Shark Tank India 4: ₹94.8 crore invested so far, Aman Gupta emerges topmost investor. Check details here

Shark Tank India 4 has facilitated a total investment of ₹94.8 crore, with Aman Gupta leading as the top investor, contributing ₹17.4 crore. The season introduced new investors such as Kunal Bahl and Viraj Bahl, alongside established investors like Ritesh Agarwal. Since its inception in December 2021, the show has significantly influenced the startup ecosystem, bringing entrepreneurial and investment discussions to the forefront. Culture Circle notably secured ₹3 crore for a 3% equity stake.

Experts dive into VC ecosystem, spotlighting investor sentiments amid Indian startup resurgence

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1m ago

Experts dive into VC ecosystem, spotlighting investor sentiments amid Indian startup resurgence

At the ET Soonicorns Summit 2024 in Bengaluru, venture capitalists discussed the revival of India's startup ecosystem. With the funding winter over, renewed investor confidence and early-stage funding are returning, including $100 million deals. Panelists like Amit Somani and Prayank Swaroop highlighted India’s growing talent pool and consumption power. Ritesh Banglani described the ecosystem as poised for sustainable growth, while other experts noted global investors' comfort with Indian startups in a fast-growing, digital-first economy.

Startup Street mints new founder millionaires

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Startup Street mints new founder millionaires

Indian startup founders Bhavish Aggarwal, Supam Maheshwari, and Kunal Bahl are set to list their companies on the Indian stock market, joining the ranks of founders who have created substantial wealth through IPOs. Aggarwal's stake in Ola Electric is estimated to be worth at least $1.1 billion, while Maheshwari's stake in FirstCry is valued at $151 million at the lower end of the price band. Bahl will not be selling his stake in Unicommerce but sees the listing as a significant milestone. The IPOs are expected to attract more founders and employees to the startup ecosystem.

Exclusive: Ex-Unacademy CBO Abhinav Agarwal’s New Eyewear Startup Raises $2.2 Mn

Inc42 · 2m ago

Exclusive: Ex-Unacademy CBO Abhinav Agarwal’s New Eyewear Startup Raises $2.2 Mn

Abhinav Agarwal, former CBO of Unacademy, has raised $2.2 million in seed funding for his new eyewear startup, currently in stealth mode. The funding round was led by India Quotient with participation from notable angel investors like Unacademy’s Gaurav Munjal, CRED’s Kunal Shah, and Snapdeal’s Kunal Bahl, among others. The startup plans to sell products online and in physical stores, with a formal launch expected in the coming months.

Govt needs to boost financial support to startups: Snapdeal founder

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Govt needs to boost financial support to startups: Snapdeal founder

The government needs to increase financial support for the startup ecosystem in order to create a pool of domestic capital for new age businesses, according to Kunal Bahl, cofounder of Titan Capital and founder of Snapdeal. The government's Fund of Funds has invested in 140 domestic funds, but Bahl believes that the allocated amount of $1.2 billion over 10 years is too small for a nation of India's ambition and size. He suggests that the government should provide Rs 5,000 or Rs 10,000 crore annually to fuel the ecosystem. This conversation about boosting capital comes at a time when the startup ecosystem is experiencing a slowdown, with a majority of ownership in startups beyond Series C belonging to overseas funds. The government is reportedly working on a framework to reduce investment risks for local pension funds and insurers in the startup sector.

India’s Start-Up Boom: IPOs Overtake M&As as the Top Exit Strategy

OutlookIndia

OutlookIndia · 6m ago

India’s Start-Up Boom: IPOs Overtake M&As as the Top Exit Strategy

India’s start-up ecosystem is thriving, with domestic IPOs becoming the preferred exit strategy over mergers and acquisitions. In 2024, 73% of start-up founders favored IPOs, a marked increase from 30% in 2020. This trend reflects growing confidence in the market. Mergers and acquisitions, previously popular, saw a decline in preference to 19% in 2024. The report also highlights anticipated IPOs and a focus on profitability, with AI impacting business models, notably in fintech and SaaS sectors.

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