Greater China
State-backed capital dominated the landscape as Western investors retreated.
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India retains fourth spot in global tech startup funding, closes in on China
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Malaysian PE firm Creador closes Fund VI at $930m, exceeds target
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Vietnam's SSIAM launches $200m blockchain-focused investment platform
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Banyu raises $1.25m from Intudo to grow seaweed farming in Indonesia
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Indonesia
The Philippines was as a standout performer, while Indonesia felt a sharp downturn.
India
Deal value fell 9.7% YoY in 2024, but the deal volume was flat.
Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Jio will be leading the charge, among others.
At least three IPOs are in the pipeline for the first quarter of this year.
Vietnam
Moving into 2025, Vietnam’s tech industry is at a pivotal juncture.
Some double down on premium markets, while others pivot to mass-market solutions.
Despite a tough market, a slew of startups roped in investors for large rounds.
The IPO market has been in a deep freeze since August 2023.
Value of PE-VC exits in 2024 rose modestly, even as deal volume dipped.