PrivateCircle Research offers an in-depth look at India’s private market in 2024-a year defined by strategic investments, record-breaking deals, and a maturing startup ecosystem. Here are the key highlights: Startup Funding Soars to ₹1,00,154 Cr In 2024, Indian startups raised an impressive ₹1,00,154 crore, even as the total deal count dipped to 1,321. This reflects…
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The Indian startup ecosystem continues to show diverse patterns in its funding landscape. November 2024 witnessed notable changes, with city-wise funding figures revealing important shifts in regional funding dynamics. While Tier 1 cities continue to dominate, there was a significant decrease in funding amounts in both Tier 1 and Tier 2 & 3 cities compared…
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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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In October 2024, India’s Tier 1 cities such as Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Delhi NCR led the startup funding landscape, raising a combined ₹6,205 crore across 80 deals. Tier 1 locations, known for established infrastructure and investor confidence, saw this funding mainly fuelled by VC/PE firms, accounting for 56 of the total deals. Notably, angel investors…
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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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India’s startup ecosystem has grown rapidly over the last decade, producing more than 100 unicorns – companies valued at over $1 billion. While the spotlight often shines on these unicorns’ market dominance and innovation, an equally compelling story lies beneath: the entrepreneurial journey of the founders. According to an analysis by PrivateCircle Research, about 60%…
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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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Overview July 2024 marked a dynamic month for the Indian startup ecosystem, showcasing a notable increase in both deal volume and total funding raised. With ₹8,865 crores in total funding across 99 deals, the month exhibited a strong recovery and growth compared to previous periods. Let’s delve into the highlights of the month, key trends,…
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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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