April 2025 saw Indian startups attract robust investor interest, signaling a vibrant start to FY26. The month recorded a significant uptick in both deal volume and deal value, highlighting growing confidence among investors. Bangalore startups raised the highest cumulative funding in April 2025 reaching ₹ 4485 cr (27 deals). This was followed by Delhi NCR…
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India’s Private Markets is off to a powerful start in January 2025, with ₹9,482 crore ($1.1 billion) raised across 141 deals. This shows robust investor confidence and a thriving market. Let’s break it down and take a look at the highlights from January, using some real-world insights to add color to the numbers. City-Wise Funding…
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The year 2024 ended with some exciting developments in India’s startup world. December 2024 showcased the resilience and strategic growth of the ecosystem, setting a strong tone for 2025. Let’s break it down: Blog Outline | Data and Insights by PrivateCircle Research Job Creation & Economic Impact Mumbai led the way in December, raising ₹3,072…
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November 2024 was a mixed bag of trends in the Indian startup ecosystem. With total funding amounting to ₹4,791 crore across 93 deals, the month showcased resilience amidst a fluctuating funding environment. While deal volumes decreased by 14% from October 2024, they marked an impressive 41% growth compared to November 2023. Similarly, the total funding…
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Overview In October 2024, India’s startup ecosystem saw a funding flow of ₹7,948 crores across 108 deals, reflecting resilience in the face of global economic headwinds. This marks a 1% month-on-month increase in deal volume, although the deal value saw a 37% decline from the September high of ₹12,715 crores, indicating a shift in investor…
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Overview September 2024 witnessed a dynamic yet slightly declining phase for the Indian startup ecosystem in terms of funding activity. With total funding reaching ₹12,715 crores across 107 deals, the figures indicate a 13% dip from the previous month of August. However, compared to September 2023, both the deal volume and the total value represent…
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Overview August 2024 was a landmark month for India’s startup ecosystem, with an impressive total funding of ₹14,659 crores across 121 deals. This represents a remarkable 65% increase in total deal value compared to July 2024, and an astonishing 297% rise from August 2023. The increased activity from venture capital and private equity firms is…
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The Indian consumer finance sector has witnessed significant activity and transformation over the past few years. The latest report, covering the period from Q1 2022-23 to Q4 2023-24, provides an in-depth analysis of funding trends, investor participation, regional performance, and sector-specific insights. Let’s dive into the key findings and understand the dynamics shaping this vibrant…
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Overview June 2024 was a dynamic month for Indian startups, with significant funding activity. The month saw a total of ₹7,056 crores raised across 111 deals. This represents a robust ecosystem that continues to attract substantial investor interest despite broader economic uncertainties. Notably, most of the reported deals were sourced from press reports, as the…
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In our latest report for May 2024, we delve into the data to reveal the emerging trends shaping the startup ecosystem across major Indian cities. Highlights: Top Ten Cities Deal Size (₹ cr) Delhi NCR raised the maximum funding in May followed by Bengaluru, Mumbai and Chennai. In terms of tier 2 & 3 cities,…
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