
VenturEast
Description
VenturEast is one of India's longest-standing venture capital firms, boasting a rich history of over two decades in the Indian investment landscape. Based in Hyderabad, the firm manages a substantial portfolio, with over $400 million in assets under management spread across seven distinct funds. VenturEast has carved out a niche by primarily focusing on pioneering technology and technology-enabled businesses, positioning itself as a key player in fostering innovation within the country.
The firm's investment strategy is broad yet focused, targeting high-growth sectors such as Financial Services, Healthcare, Education, Digital platforms, SaaS, Deep Tech, and Consumer businesses. VenturEast typically engages with companies at the early to growth stages, providing not only crucial capital but also strategic guidance and operational support. They are known for their hands-on approach, aiming to partner with entrepreneurs who are committed to innovation and disrupting traditional markets, helping them navigate the complexities of scaling their ventures.
VenturEast has built a robust track record, having made over 100 investments across various industries, showcasing its extensive reach and impact within the Indian startup ecosystem. The firm has also demonstrated its capability in identifying and scaling promising ventures, successfully achieving over 40 exits from its portfolio companies. Their typical initial cheque size for new investments ranges from $2 million to $5 million, with the potential for follow-on investments that can extend total capital deployment up to $10 million per company, reflecting their commitment to long-term growth and value creation.
Investor Profile
VenturEast has backed more than 23 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 10 rounds, about 43% of its total and boasts 13 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series A, Series B, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in India, United States.
- Strong thematic focus on Health Care, Analytics, Manufacturing.
- Typical check size: $2M – $5M.
Stage Focus
- Series A (30%)
- Series B (26%)
- Series Unknown (22%)
- Series C (13%)
- Seed (9%)
Country Focus
- India (83%)
- United States (17%)
Industry Focus
- Health Care
- Analytics
- Manufacturing
- Software
- Hospital
- Medical
- Transportation
- Information Services
- Wellness
- Big Data
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