TLDR:
– Investor behavior in India has shifted significantly in 2023, with PE firms focusing on fewer, high-value deals and VCs prioritizing smaller, early-stage ventures.
– Crossover fund activity has dropped, with family offices and corporate VCs remaining cautious but present.
The article discusses the seismic shift in investor behavior in India in 2023 and its implications for startups in 2024. PE firms shifted their focus to fewer, high-value deals, while VCs targeted smaller, early-stage ventures. Crossover fund activity declined, with family offices and corporate VCs adopting a cautious approach. Domestic VCs rose as global players retreated, and thematic investing in sectors like sustainability and gaming gained momentum. The funding landscape indicates a change in guard, with domestic VC funds leading fundraising efforts, showcasing long-term confidence in India’s potential.
