PrivateCircle Monthly Newsletter - August 2024 Edition

PrivateCircle Monthly Newsletter - August 2024 Edition

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Welcome to another edition of the Fresh Private Market Scoop.

Like always, we bring you the latest trends, insights, and analysis from the dynamic world of Indian startups and private market data.

Scroll through the most exciting developments and updates from the past month!

?? Startups in May were not horsing around!

City-Wise Startup Funding: May 2024 - Recap Alert! Startups in May were not horsing around ??! From Delhi NCR leading the pack to Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Chennai sprinting close behind, the funding race was intense. ?? Highlights: - Delhi NCR topped the charts, but tier 2 & 3 cities like Gaya, Haveli, and Lucknow also shone bright! ?? - Tier 1 startups saw deal sizes 200% larger than tier 2 & 3. Talk about a giant leap! ?? - VC/PE love is spreading to smaller cities too. ?? Curious? Read the full analysis here: https://lnkd.in/grbwbwna ???? Sign up on PrivateCircle Research and try our FREE trial/demo - https://lnkd.in/dzsMJbtG and instantly access 1.7 million Indian private unlisted companies across 500+ data categories. ???? Shrink your research and analysis turn-around-time from weeks to moments. hashtag#StartupCities hashtag#MayFunding hashtag#VentureCapital hashtag#Entrepreneurship #FundingTrends #PrivateMarketData #IndianStartups#InvestmentTrends
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  • Delhi NCR topped the charts, but Tier 2 & 3 cities like Gaya, Haveli, and Lucknow also shone bright!
  • Tier 1 startups saw deal sizes 200% larger than Tier 2 & 3. Talk about a giant leap!
  • VC/PE love is spreading to smaller cities too.

Intriguing isn't it? Read the full analysis ????

?? From Sriharikota to Space, in 3D

Indian Institute of Technology, Madras -incubated startup, AgniKul Cosmos , made history by launching the world's first rocket with a single-piece 3D printed engine from Sriharikota, India.

Are there other aerospace companies with connections to IIT Madras? or other institutions?

We analysed the alma maters of aerospace companies’ founders. Here’s what we found.

Recently an IIT Madras-incubated startup, AgniKul Cosmos made history by launching the world's first rocket with a single-piece 3D printed engine from Sriharikota, India. ?? Also, one of Skyroot Aerospace founders is an engineer from Indian Institute of Technology, Madras. Skyroot was the first private space company from India to launch a rocket in November 2022. Are there other aerospace companies with connections to IIT Madras? Which are the other institutions producing aerospace founders? To answer these questions, we picked a sample set of Aerospace companies founded in the last 10 years, with latest revenue in the range of ?2.5 crores to ?100 crores. On analyzing the alma maters of these companies’ founders, here’s what we found: #spacetech #aerospace #startups #India #IITM #agnikul
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?? Powerhouse Portfolio of Aroa Venture Partners

Ritesh Agarwal is synonymous with his hotels and home management business OYO .

But have you heard of his family office Aroa Venture Partners ?

Aroa Venture Partners: Unveiling the Powerhouse Portfolio ?? Ever wondered what fuels the growth of an empire? Dive into our exclusive report on Aroa Ventures, the family office of OYO’s founder, Ritesh Agarwal. ?? Assets Under Management (AUM): ?418 Cr ?? Portfolio’s Combined Revenue: ?23,858 Cr ?? Investment Range: ?4 Cr - ?41 Cr ?? Total Investments: 38 ?? Total Investments (2023): ?5.03 Cr, (2024): ?1 Cr ??? Invested Sectors: Software (24%), Media & Entertainment (16%), Finance (11%), Retail (8%), Others (43%) Top Performers: ZETWERK, CARS24, and CRED leading the charge! Curious for more? head to our blog for a comprehensive read https://lnkd.in/g4RfsNnJ #VentureCapital #PrivateEquity #StartupGrowth #AroaVentures2024 #PrivateCircleResearch Data by Ganesh Lokesh Pratheek Kumar Rakshitha R
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Top Performers from the Aroa Ventures in 2024: ZETWERK CARS24 and CRED are leading the charge!

Curious for more? read our full report????powered by PrivateCircle Research .

?? Zoho Mafia 2024

While dominating the SaaS space, the Zoho Mafia has also ventured into sectors like IoT, EdTech, Retail, and Cybersecurity, creating over 6,294 jobs.

Unveiling the Zoho Mafia 2024 Report! ?? Curious about the 'Zoho Mafia'? It's not a crime series but a powerhouse of startups led by Zoho ex-employees! Key Highlights: 1?? Valuation Victory: With leaders like Chargebee and Freshworks, the Zoho Mafia boasts a collective valuation soaring high! 2?? Startup Surge: Emerging in waves since 2017, these ventures redefine the startup landscape! 3?? Sector Spread: Dominating SaaS and venturing into IoT, Edtech, Retail, and Cybersecurity. Diversification at its best! 4?? Job Generators: Generating thousands of jobs, Freshworks and Chargebee lead the way! 5?? Alma Mater: Skills over degrees—Zoho Mafia founders redefine education's role in tech innovation! The Backstory: Inspired by Silicon Valley's ethos, the Zoho Mafia fosters entrepreneurial excellence. Global Influence: From India to global stages, Zoho Mafia startups redefine global tech standards. Explore the full report for insights from PrivateCircle Research here - https://lnkd.in/ggHiCatA #ZohoMafia #StartupSuccess #Innovation #JobCreation #PrivateCircleResearch #SaaSRevolution Report Credits: Dinesh S V Chethan HS Rohini J Likith N Anu Padmanabhan
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  • Chargebee and Freshworks leading with soaring valuations!
  • Emerging in waves since 2017.
  • Skills over degrees.

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?? From college dropouts to a ?30,000 cr company in 3 years

Zepto has achieved remarkable success by doubling its valuation every calendar year since its founding.

Fuelled by rapid expansion and innovative quick commerce strategies that has revolutionised online grocery delivery in India.

How two college dropouts built a ?30,000 Cr company in 3 yrs? ?? Founded by two Stanford University dropouts in 2020, Zepto has raised over a billion dollars till now with its valuation doubling every calendar year. ?? Rapid Expansion: Aims to doubling dark store count to 700 by March 2025 ?? Revenue Milestone: Surpassed ?2000 Cr mark in FY23. For context, its competitor Blinkit reached this revenue mark a year later in FY24. ?? Capital Infusion: Raised nearly $1.2 billion, with investments from Glade Brook Capital Partners LLC, Nexus, StepStone Group and others. To do a similar analysis for yourself, sign up on https://lnkd.in/dzsMJbtG #Zepto #StartupSuccess #QuickCommerce #Innovation #IndianStartups
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  • Aiming to double dark store count to 700 by March 2025.
  • Surpassed ?2000 Cr mark in FY23.
  • Raised nearly $1.2 billion.

??? It’s A Big Deal: Episode 15

Murali Krishna Gunturu of Inflexor Ventures joins us to discuss their recent investment in NoPo Nanotechnologies .

  • One of only 14 companies worldwide that can produce high-quality carbon nanotubes (CNTs) with purity levels exceeding 99.9%.
  • Manufacturing process 70% more energy-efficient compared to traditional methods, making their nanotubes eco-friendly and cost-effective.

Read the full blog???? and find more interesting details on the innovative Indian company that made the NOt POssible, possible.

?? As the heat rose, so did the investments in June 2024!

Indian startups secured a whopping ?7,056 crores across 111 deals.

?? June 2024 Startup Funding Recap: A Rollercoaster Month! ?? As the heat rose, so did the investments! ???? In June 2024, Indian startups secured a whopping ?7,056 crores across 111 deals. Here's the sizzle: ?? Most Active Investors: - 100X.VC (17 deals!) - Inflection Point Ventures (4) - Venture Catalysts (4) ?? Top 3 Deals: 1. Fibe.India (Formerly EarlySalary) - ?750 cr 2. Vikram Solar - ?731 cr 3. Ummeed Housing Finance Pvt. Ltd. - ?630 cr ?? Funding Surge: - Deal volumes jumped 11% from last month. - A massive 60% spike in total deal value compared to May! ?? Sector Spotlight: VC/PE deals led the way, making up 64% of all transactions. ?? Read into our detailed report for all the insights and trends: https://lnkd.in/gjn8gS9n (all the graphs are responsive iframe that you can click on) ?? Ready to explore data on 3Mn+ companies and 4.7K+ VC/PE funds? Sign up for a FREE trial - link in the comments! ???? #StartupFunding #VC #IndianStartups #InvestmentTrends #June2024 #Innovation Data Curation by Mahesh Kumar v and Nishmitha Devadiga of PrivateCircle.
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Read our detailed report????

?? June 2024 City-Wise Startup Funding Recap

Swipe right to dive into the dynamic world of Indian startup funding, city by city!

City-Wise Startup Funding Recap: June 2024 Swipe right to dive into the dynamic world of Indian startup funding, city by city! ?? ?? Delhi NCR takes the crown with the highest funding, but don't miss the impressive rise of Jaipur and Bhopal in the tier 2 & 3 category. ?? ?? Tier 1 vs. Tier 2 & 3: Discover how funding splits and deal sizes vary across city tiers. Spoiler: Tier 1 startups are pulling in 800% more on average! ?? ?? Investor Insights: VC/PE deals dominated, but there’s a growing trend in angel investments in smaller cities. ????♂? ?? Curious about more? Explore detailed blog here: https://lnkd.in/g9pRsB2C ? Instant Access: Get insights across 3Mn+ Companies | 4.7K+ VC/PE Funds | 400K+ Deals. Sign up for a Free Trial! #StartupFunding #CityWise #VentureCapital #AngelInvestors #StartupEcosystem #June2024 #FundingInsights Credits: Mahesh Kumar v & Nishmitha Devadiga
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  • Delhi NCR takes the crown with the highest funding.
  • Tier 1 vs. Tier 2 & 3: Tier 1 startups are pulling in 800% more on average!
  • Investor Insights: VC/PE deals dominated, but angel investments are growing in smaller cities.

Explore detailed insights????in our blog.

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?? Indian Consumer Finance 2024: The Full Scoop!

The Indian Consumer Finance sector saw a 35% increase in total funding compared to 2023, with late-stage startups leading the way.

Indian Consumer Finance 2024: The Full Scoop! Dig deep into the dynamics of the Indian consumer finance sector. Our latest report, covering Q1 2022-23 to Q4 2023-24, is out and it's packed with insights! Key Highlights: ?? Late-Stage Funding: Late-stage startups are the rockstars, bagging the majority of the funding. ?? Investor Buzz: Angel investors and VCs are all in, followed closely by strategic investors. ?? Regional Spotlight: Mumbai continues to be the financial hub, leading in funding volume. ?? Sub-Sector Surge: Small & micro loans are the crowd favorites, both in deal volume and value. ?? High Multiples: Microfinance firms are trading at impressive revenue multiples. ?? Growth Leaders: quadrillion finance is the name to watch with the highest two-year CAGR. Want the full picture? Get reading blog ???? https://lnkd.in/gRxymyZF Stay ahead in the game with PrivateCircle’s full-stack private market intelligence! ?? ?? Instantly access data & insights across 3Mn+ Companies | 4.7K+ VC/PE Funds | 400K+ Deals. Sign up for a Free Trial. Link in the comments ???? #StartupFunding #PrivateCircle #MarketIntelligence #ConsumerFinance #InvestmentInsights #VentureCapital#India2024 Data Curation by Likith N & Manohar Upadhya
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  • Late-Stage Funding: Dominates the majority of funding.
  • Investor Buzz: Angel investors and VCs are all in.
  • Regional Spotlight: Mumbai leads in funding volume.
  • Sub-Sector Surge: Small & micro loans are favorites.
  • High Multiples: Microfinance firms have impressive revenue multiples.

Read the full report ????for more insights.

?? Namma Yatri 2024

谷歌 Antler and Blume Ventures have invested in the Ola Uber challenger Namma Yatri .

Google, Antler, Blume Ventures have invested in the Ola-Uber challenger Namma Yatri. But what is driving investor interest in this fairly new venture? We decode Namma Yatri’s growth journey in this post, using PrivateCircle Research data: Highlights: 1?? Raised ?102 crores in total funding till now 2?? Built a 100-people strong team 3?? 47% stake held by JUSPAY (as of Feb 2024) For more detailed analysis, sign up on PrivateCircle Research for a free demo - https://lnkd.in/dzsMJbtG #StartupSuccess #FundingAnnouncement #NammaYatri #PrivateCircleResearch Magizhan Selvan Data analysis by Nikshith Gowda
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  • Total Funding: ?102 Cr.
  • Team Size: 100 people.
  • JUSPAY Stake: 47% (as of Feb 2024)

?? Ola Mafia 2024

Did you know? The Ola Mafia's startups have attracted over ?1,500 crores in funding since their inception, with notable names like Uni Cards and Zypp Electric leading the way.

?? Introducing the Ola Mafia 2024 Report! ?? Ever wondered what happens when talent leaves Ola? They create a web of startups, now collectively valued at a whopping ?8,875 crores! ?? Dive into our latest report to uncover the power and influence of Ola's alumni in the startup ecosystem. ?? Key Insights: 1?? Total Valuation: The Ola Mafia heavyweights like Uni Cards, Zypp Electric, and Ultrahuman leading the pack. 2?? Startup Surge: Between 2018-2020, new company launches soared, peaking in 2020 despite the pandemic. 3?? Sector Spread: From software to healthcare tech, ex-Ola employees are making waves across various sectors, with 14% of them dominating the software scene. 4?? Job Creation: A total of 3,261 jobs have been created by these startups, with ZYPP, FreshMenu, Uni Cards, and 56 Secure leading the charge. 5?? Founders' Alma Mater: IIT Bombay and other tier 1 institutes like IIM and IIT account for 43% of Ola Mafia founders. Get the full scoop and stay ahead of the curve with PrivateCircle’s market intelligence. ?? Read into the full report in our blog - https://lnkd.in/gnAVEU9A #OlaMafia #StartupEcosystem #MarketIntelligence #PrivateCircle #Innovation#StartupFunding Data curation: Ganesh Lokesh, Rakshitha R, and Pratheek Kumar
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  • Total Valuation: ?8,875 Cr.
  • Startup Surge: New company launches peaked in 2020.
  • Sector Spread: Software, healthcare tech, and more.
  • Job Creation: Created 3,261 jobs.

Read the full report ????in our blog.

?? It’s A Big Deal: Episode 16

In this episode Dipanjan Basu from Fireside Ventures discusses their investment in Iluvia Renaura Wellness (P) Ltd .

This innovative startup is tackling hair damage caused by hard water, offering a unique solution with its science-backed approach.

  • Iluvia: Raised over ?59 Cr.
  • Founders' Stake: 31.2% combined.

Read the blog version of the episode????

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???? 4 Indian Olympics Athletes Turned Investors

Many athletes have transitioned into investing in innovative businesses, lending both their brand and money to ventures that resonate with them.

As Manu Bhaker shines in the Paris Olympics, one can't help but wonder what her life after the tournament will look like. In the past, many athletes have transitioned into investing in innovative businesses, lending both their brand and money to ventures that resonate with them. Take P.V. Sindhu, for example, the two-time Olympic medal winner who is now also an investor in wellness brand, Hoop. Similarly, shooting gold medalist Abhinav A. Bindra OLY has incorporated his own investment fund, Shooting Star LLP, to invest in startups. Let’s take a closer look at their inspiring journeys! ?? ~~~ PS: For more such content, follow PrivateCircle Research. Hat-tip to Sridevi H V and Anu Padmanabhan for the data analysis. International Olympic Committee – IOC, India in Olympics 2024 #ManuBhaker #ParisOlympics #OlympicMedalists #AthleteInvestors #InnovativeBusinesses #PVSindhu #AbhinavBindra #InvestmentJourney #Inspiration #SportsAndBusiness #AthleteEntrepreneurs
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?? July 2024: A Month Of Highs And Lows!

?? July 2024 Startup Funding Recap: A Month of Highs and Lows! As the monsoon poured, so did the investments! ????? In July 2024, Indian startups garnered an impressive ?8,865 crores across 99 deals. Here's the buzz: ?? Most Active Investors: - Blume Ventures (4 deals) - Faad Network (4) - Z47 (fka Matrix Partners India) (3) ?? Top 3 Deals: 1. Leap Green Energy Pvt. Ltd. - ?1,671 cr 2. Rapido - ?1,002 cr 3. Gruner Renewable Energy - ?502 cr ?? Funding Surge: - Deal values soared 26% from June! - A remarkable 43% uptick in total deal value compared to July 2023! ?? Sector Spotlight: VC/PE deals dominated, comprising 53% of all transactions. ?? Read through our detailed report for all the juicy insights and trends: https://lnkd.in/gbVdZUxc (responsive graphs available!) ?? Ready to access data on 3 Mn+ companies and 4.7K+ VC/PE funds? Sign up for a FREE trial - link in the comments! ???? #StartupFunding #VC #IndianStartups #InvestmentTrends #July2024 #IndiaInnovation Data Curation by Chethan Gowda Mahesh Kumar v and Nishmitha Devadiga
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?? Star Cricketers Turned Investors

Discover how these celebrated cricketers are making waves off the field with their strategic investments.

?? Star Cricketers Turned Investors ?? Discover how these celebrated cricketers are making waves off the field with their strategic investments. ?? Legendary cricketer, Sachin Tendulkar has invested in a range of sectors including healthcare, sports, and insurance. ??Renowned for his exceptional all-rounder skills, Hardik Pandya has diversified his portfolio into fitness, lifestyle, and sports-related startups, promoting health and wellness. ?? A celebrated batsman and versatile cricketer, K L Rahul has invested in health, wellness, and fashion startups. ?? Known for his explosive batting and stellar leadership, Virat Kohli has ventured into fitness, fashion, and finance, showcasing his commitment to innovative and diverse ventures. ??The celebrated former Indian cricket captain, M S Dhoni has made investments in sports, technology, and agriculture startups. Swipe through to learn more about their investment portfolios! ?? Data analysis by Krishna Bhattad, YESHWANTH R, Nagateja P, Dinesh S V, Nitish Kumar, Rohini J #Cricket #Investments #Entrepreneurship #Startups
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  • Hardik Pandya: Diversifying into fitness, lifestyle, and sports-related startups.
  • K L Rahul: Backing health, wellness, and fashion startups.
  • Virat Kohli : Venturing into fitness, fashion, and finance.
  • M S Dhoni: Investing in sports, technology, and agriculture startups.

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