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INSIGHTS
Our latest thinking on the issues that matter most in Finance, Business and Strategy
Bigger Cheques, Fewer Bets
India PE/VC investment nearly doubled to $5.7 billion in August 2026 even as deal count fell 18%, driven by large buyouts. Plus Jio Financial–Allianz's ₹640 crore infusion.
India PE/VC Exits Gain Momentum
India PE/VC exits more than doubled to $4.5 billion across 41 deals in August 2026, with 79% via open-market sales. Plus Simple Energy's ₹1,750 crore Series C.
India Tech Capital Surges
Indian tech companies raised $10.3 billion in 9M 2026, up 7%, while funding rounds fell 38% to 1,134. What capital concentration means for early-stage founders.
India's IPO Pipeline Expands
India's mainboard IPO pipeline reached about ₹3.86 lakh crore in September 2026, 3.5x the amount raised this year. What it means for VC and PE exits.
Bigger Bet on India's AI Future
Lightspeed is raising a $250 million India fund focused on early-stage AI, with 80% committed. Plus Accel and 360 ONE's BlueStone stake sale and Arivihan's Series A.
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