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Q3 startup funding dips sharply
Q3 2025 saw Indian startup funding dip below $3B, totaling $2.78B across 240 deals, according to industry estimates. Despite the slowdown, unique investor participation rose 7% YoY, reflecting sustained interest. Major hubs like Mumbai and Bengaluru dominated, leading both deal counts and funding volumes. Does this indicate a strategic focus on established ecosystems or broader market caution? For startups, maintaining visibility and investor engagement in these key cities remains crucial amid tighter funding conditions.
Inc42• By Sneha Pathak
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Q3 startup funding dips sharply
Q3 2025 saw Indian startup funding dip below $3B, totaling $2.78B across 240 deals, according to industry estimates. Despite the slowdown, unique investor participation rose 7% YoY, reflecting sustained interest. Major hubs like Mumbai and Bengaluru dominated, leading both deal counts and funding volumes. Does this indicate a strategic focus on established ecosystems or broader market caution? For startups, maintaining visibility and investor engagement in these key cities remains crucial amid tighter funding conditions.
Inc42• By Sneha Pathak
Explore:Mutual Fund Categories
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Despite fewer big-ticket deals, more venture investors are backing startups. Leading ecosystems like Mumbai and Bengaluru remain active in both deal count and capital.
Q3 2025 saw Indian startup funding dip below $3B, totaling $2.78B across 240 deals, according to industry estimates. Despite the slowdown, unique investor participation rose 7% YoY, reflecting sustained interest. Major hubs like Mumbai and Bengaluru dominated, leading both deal counts and funding volumes. Does this indicate a strategic focus on established ecosystems or broader market caution? For startups, maintaining visibility and investor engagement in these key cities remains crucial amid tighter funding conditions.
Q3 2025 saw Indian startup funding dip below $3B, totaling $2.78B across 240 deals, according to industry estimates. Despite the slowdown, unique investor participation rose 7% YoY, reflecting sustained interest. Major hubs like Mumbai and Bengaluru dominated, leading both deal counts and funding volumes. Does this indicate a strategic focus on established ecosystems or broader market caution? For startups, maintaining visibility and investor engagement in these key cities remains crucial amid tighter funding conditions.
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