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R for Rabbit raises $27 Mn led by Filter Capital and 3one4 Capital

EntrackrEntrackr · 2d ago
R for Rabbit raises $27 Mn led by Filter Capital and 3one4 Capital
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R for Rabbit raises $27 Mn led by Filter Capital and 3one4 Capital The proceeds will be used to fuel growth, strengthen omnichannel distribution, enhance product innovation, and expand digital initiatives, R for Rabbit said in a press release. Direct-to-consumer (D2C) baby products brand R for Rabbit has raised a $27 million round co-led by growth investment firm Filter Capital and early-stage venture capital firm 3one4 Capital. The round, comprising primary capital infusion and a secondary share sale, marked the exit of early backer Xponentia Capital, a private equity firm that had invested about $4.5 million in the firm in 2021. Co-founded by husband-wife duo Kunal and Kinjal Popat, R for Rabbit caters to the baby products segment with a wide range of offerings, including strollers, car seats, high chairs, and more. The company has more than 2,000 offline channel partners and has a customer base of more than 5 million parents. “India’s babycare industry is on a strong upward curve. With rising disposable incomes and discerning parents seeking uncompromised safety and quality, the market is ripe for brands that can deliver on those expectations,” said Kunal Popat, co-founder & CEO of R for Rabbit. The brand claims to have recorded a revenue compound annual growth rate of over 35% since FY21, with its annual run rate (ARR) for FY25 surpassing $30 million. While R for Rabbit has yet to file its FY25 numbers, its revenue from operations grew 31% year-on-year to Rs 170 crore in FY25, with the net profits of Rs 2.21 crore during the fiscal year.

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Exclusive: R for Rabbit to raise $27 Mn in primary and secondary capital

EntrackrEntrackr · 1m ago
Exclusive: R for Rabbit to raise $27 Mn in primary and secondary capital
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Exclusive: R for Rabbit to raise $27 Mn in primary and secondary capital D2C baby products brand R for Rabbit is raising Rs 110 crore (around $13 million) primary capital in a Series B round led by Filter Capital, with participation from 3one4 Capital. As per the company’s regulatory filings sourced via the Registrar of Companies, the board passed a special resolution to issue 1,839 Series B CCPS at an issue price of Rs 5,98,202 per share to raise the above sum. Filter Capital will lead the primary round with an infusion of Rs 70 crore, while 3one4 Capital will chip in with Rs 40 crore in the new round. Alongside the primary round, the company also facilitated a secondary transaction, enabling early investor Xponentia Capital to fully exit with Rs 120 crore, according to regulatory filings reviewed by Entrackr. The exit was led by 3one4 Capital. As per estimates, Xponentia earned a 3X return on its investment in 2021. Prior to the Series B round, R for Rabbit has secured a total of Rs 40 crore from Xponentia Capital partners. In 2023, Negen Capital also invested in the direct-to-customer baby care brand. R for Rabbit declined to comment on the story, while queries sent to 3one4 Capital remained unanswered at the time of publishing. The company will use the funds for the expansion of the business, the filing further added. According to Entrackr’s estimates, R for Rabbit has been valued at approximately Rs 850 crore ($100 million) post-money. Post this round, 3one4 Capital has emerged as the largest external stakeholder with a 14.12% stake, followed by Filter Capital at 10.6%. Co-founders Kunal and Kinjal Popat collectively retain 69.2%. Founded by husband-wife duo Kunal and Kinjal Popat, R for Rabbit caters to the baby products segment with a wide range of offerings, including strollers, car seats, high chairs, and more. According to its website, the company has more than 2,000 offline channel partners and has a customer base of more than 5 million parents. While R for Rabbit has yet to file its FY25 number, its revenue from operations grew 31% year-on-year to Rs 170 crore, with net profits of Rs 2.21 crore during the fiscal year ended March 2024 (FY24).

Rare Rabbit raises $18 Mn from A91 Partners, Zerodha founders’ fund, others

EntrackrEntrackr · 1y ago
Rare Rabbit raises $18 Mn from A91 Partners, Zerodha founders’ fund, others
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New-age fashion brand Rare Rabbit has raised Rs 150 crore (approximately $18 million) in primary capital led by A91 Partners. This is the maiden institutional investment for a Bengaluru-based company since its inception in 2015. The board at Rare Rabbit has passed a special resolution to issue 69,230 compulsory convertible preference shares at an issue price of Rs 21,670 each to raise Rs 150 crore, its regulatory filings accessed from the Registrar of Companies show. A91 Partners led the round with Rs 102 crore while Zerodha’s founders NKSquared injected Rs 29 crore. Gruhas Proptech, Ravi Modi Family Trust, and Vendant Modi cumulatively participated with Rs 18.92 crore during the investment. As per TheKredible’s estimates, the company has been valued at around Rs 2,350 crore or $283 million post-allotment. Following the fresh proceeds, the A91 emerging fund will hold 9.65% of the capital while NKSquared and Ravi Modi Family Trust will get 4.15% and 2.13% of the stake in the company, the filing further added. This appears to be a part of a larger round as Rare Rabbit was in talks to raise Rs 500 crore led by A91 partners. Inc42 reported the development first. Rare Rabbit is a high-end fashion brand specializing in designer clothing for men and women. The brand operates more than 100 stores across India and offers collections through its online store. Rare Rabbit demonstrated rapid growth, which is evident from its revenue that scaled 72.3% to Rs 381 crore in FY23 with a positive bottom line of Rs 32 crore in FY23. The company reportedly clocked a revenue of Rs 600 crore in FY24. Rare Rabbit competes with brands like Souled Store, which raised around $29 million and achieved a revenue of Rs 235 crore in FY23. Its other competitors Snitch and WROGN also raised $13 million and $15 million in December 2023 and June respectively. In the past couple of months, a clutch of fashion and apparel brands have raised their maiden institutional round. In May, A91 Partners led a $21 million round in TechnoSport whereas Libas raised $18 million led by ICICI Venture’s fund.

Specialty chemicals startup Scimplify raises $40 Mn in Series B round

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Specialty chemicals startup Scimplify raises $40 Mn in Series B round
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Scimplify, a platform for sourcing and manufacturing specialty chemicals, has raised $40 million in a Series B funding round co-led by Accel and Bertelsmann India Investments, with participation from UMI and existing investors, including Omnivore and 3one4 Capital. This funding brings Scimplify’s total capital raised to $54 million, following its seed and Series A rounds. The fresh capital will accelerate Scimplify’s export expansion beyond the 16 countries it currently serves while strengthening its presence in key industries such as life sciences, crop sciences, and industrial chemicals, the company said in a press release. Many manufacturers struggle with sourcing raw materials, navigating regulatory requirements, and scaling up production to meet global demand. Scimplify addresses these challenges by offering an end-to-end manufacturing ecosystem, combining in-house scientific expertise with a network of over 200 specialized manufacturing plants across cost-efficient regions in India. Founded by Salil Srivastava and Sachin Santhosh, Scimplify is a B2B fulfillment platform that operates across the product life cycle, from contract research to commercial chemical manufacturing, serving industries such as pharmaceuticals, personal care, and agrochemicals. The company’s plug-and-play model enables global buyers to leverage India’s cost-efficient production capabilities without the burden of setting up dedicated manufacturing facilities. “As global supply chains undergo rapid shifts, customers are actively seeking reliable partners who can provide enterprise-grade R&D and comprehensive solutions for their specialty chemical manufacturing needs. Over the past year and a half, we have built great momentum, and with Accel joining this partnership, we remain steadfast in building a global R&D-led manufacturing company that brings a new-age approach to the modern customer,” said Srivastava. The Bengaluru-based company serves major markets, including the US, Europe, and Japan. Scimplify competes with Mstack, Atomgrid, Covvalent, Distil, and Elchemy.

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