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DBS Bank

Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore

Description

DBS Bank is a digital banking firm that offers consumer, SME, and corporate banking services.

Investor Profile

DBS Bank has backed more than 37 startups, with 20 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 5 rounds, about 14% of its total and boasts 26 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Debt Financing, Post Ipo Debt, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in India, Singapore, Australia.
  • Strong thematic focus on Energy, Renewable Energy, Financial Services.
  • Led 4 rounds in the past year.

Stage Focus

  • Debt Financing (51%)
  • Post Ipo Debt (32%)
  • Series B (5%)
  • Series C (3%)
  • Series A (3%)
  • Series Unknown (3%)
  • Post Ipo Equity (3%)

Country Focus

  • India (38%)
  • Singapore (24%)
  • Australia (14%)
  • United States (8%)
  • United Kingdom (5%)
  • Malaysia (3%)
  • The Netherlands (3%)
  • Switzerland (3%)
  • Hong Kong (3%)

Industry Focus

  • Energy
  • Renewable Energy
  • Financial Services
  • Solar
  • Manufacturing
  • Fintech
  • Telecommunications
  • Finance
  • Computer
  • Sales
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does DBS Bank frequently co-invest with?

Mizuho Bank
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 9
Commonwealth Bank of Australia
Oceania, New South Wales, Australia, Sydney
Co-Investments: 5
Standard Chartered Bank
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 7
OCBC Bank of Singapore
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 6
ANZ
Oceania, Victoria, Australia, Melbourne
Co-Investments: 6
United Overseas Bank
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 6
HSBC
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 6
MUFG Bank
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 12
BNP Paribas
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 8
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 14

Which angels does DBS Bank often collaborate with?

RT
North America, Texas, United States, Houston
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by DBS Bank?

BW LPG

Singapore, Central Region, Singapore

BW LPG is an owner and operator of LPG carriers.

Oil and GasShippingTransportation
Post Ipo DebtJul 17, 2025
Amount Raised: $595,000,000
Sucden Financial

London, England, United Kingdom

Sucden Financial is a leading international derivatives broker operating in a broad range of markets

Debt FinancingJul 7, 2025
Amount Raised: $100,000,000
Aseem Infrastructure Finance

Bombay Bandra, Maharashtra, India

Aseem Infrastructure Finance provides full bouquet of debt and related financial solutions to the infrastructure sector.

FinanceFinancial Services
Debt FinancingJun 24, 2025
Amount Raised: $80,000,000
Lightsource bp

London, England, United Kingdom

Lightsource bp is the development and management of solar energy projects.

EnergyEnvironmental ConsultingRenewable Energy
Debt FinancingJun 10, 2025
Amount Raised: $200,407,495
Adani Ports

Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

Adani Ports is a commercial port operator with cargo-handling infrastructure capable of handling large vessels.

InfrastructureLogisticsPorts and HarborsSupply Chain Management
Post Ipo DebtMay 22, 2025
Amount Raised: $150,000,000
ACEN Australia

Hobart, Tasmania, Australia

ACEN Australia develops renewable energy assets including several solar, wind, battery, and hydro projects across Australia.

EnergyRenewable EnergySolarWind Energy
Debt FinancingApr 14, 2025
Amount Raised: $473,853,701
Credit Saison India

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Credit Saison India is a non-banking finance company that provides credit solutions for various sectors, including MSMEs and individuals.

Credit BureauCredit CardsFinanceFinancial ServicesPrepaid Cards
Debt FinancingApr 7, 2025
Amount Raised: $300,000,000
Truhome Finance

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Truhome Finance is a housing finance company providing housing finance for the acquisition or construction of residential properties.

FinanceFinancial ServicesLending
Debt FinancingMar 28, 2025
Amount Raised: $101,704,255
Zenith Energy

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Zenith Energy is a renewable energy company that specializes in power generation, microgrids, thermal power, and energy resources.

EnergyPower GridRenewable Energy
Debt FinancingMar 4, 2025
Amount Raised: $1,178,171,094
Marina Bay Sands

Singapore, Central Region, Singapore

Marina Bay Sands is an integrated resort fronting Marina Bay in Singapore.

Hospitality
Debt FinancingFeb 17, 2025
Amount Raised: $19,966,722