10 Things Founders Must Know Before Their Series A Valuation
Nearly 70% of Indian startups entering Series A negotiations are surprised by how investors calculate company worth — and many end up giving away far more equity than necessary. If your startup is approaching its first institutional round, your startup valuation Series A India is not just a milestone number — it is the foundation […]
Promoter Exits vs. PE–VC Stake Sales in 2025: Navigating the New Indian Startup Landscape
The Indian capital markets in 2025 have reached a fascinating crossroads. While the ecosystem was once dominated byVenture Capital (VC) and Private Equity (PE) firms driving the narrative, a new trend has emerged: Promoter exits are significantly outpacing investor stake sales. With nearly ₹79,000 crore in promoter exits compared to approximately ₹20,644 crore in PE–VC […]
Promoter Exits vs PE–VC Stake Sales in 2025: Key Signals for Indian Startups
In 2025, Indian capital markets are witnessing a notable shift in exit behavior, with promoter stake sales significantly outpacing PE–VC exits. Nearly ₹79,000 crore in promoter exits compared to about ₹20,644 crore in PE–VC stake sales signals more than just favorable market conditions—it reflects changing priorities around liquidity, valuation discipline, and long-term capital planning. This […]
Standardized approach to valuation of investment portfolio of Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs)
Overview In a significant move to enhance transparency and investor protection, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) introduced a standardized approach to the valuation of investment portfolio of AIFs (Alternative Investment Funds). Originally notified via amendments to the AIF Regulations in June 2023, these guidelines became strictly enforceable as of November 01, 2023. […]