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6 days agoStartup funding moderates weekly as large funds close capital rounds

Indian startups raised $133 million across 18 deals last week, marking a 32% decline from the prior week. Artificial intelligence and fintech remained key funding recipients. Nexus Venture Partners closed a $700 million fund targeting AI and consumer tech investments, while Fireside Ventures secured INR 2,265 crore for its fourth consumer-focused fund, reflecting continued long-term institutional interest despite short-term deal moderation.
Companies:
- Nexus Venture Partners
- Fireside Ventures
Tags:
- startups
- funding
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6 days agoStartup funding moderates weekly as large funds close capital rounds

Indian startups raised $133 million across 18 deals last week, marking a 32% decline from the prior week. Artificial intelligence and fintech remained key funding recipients. Nexus Venture Partners closed a $700 million fund targeting AI and consumer tech investments, while Fireside Ventures secured INR 2,265 crore for its fourth consumer-focused fund, reflecting continued long-term institutional interest despite short-term deal moderation.
Companies:
- Nexus Venture Partners
- Fireside Ventures
Tags:
- startups
- funding
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Indian startup funding cooled last week, though large institutional funds raised fresh capital for AI and consumer investments, indicating sustained long-term sector confidence.
Indian startups raised $133 million across 18 deals last week, marking a 32% decline from the prior week. Artificial intelligence and fintech remained key funding recipients. Nexus Venture Partners closed a $700 million fund targeting AI and consumer tech investments, while Fireside Ventures secured INR 2,265 crore for its fourth consumer-focused fund, reflecting continued long-term institutional interest despite short-term deal moderation.

Indian startups raised $133 million across 18 deals last week, marking a 32% decline from the prior week. Artificial intelligence and fintech remained key funding recipients. Nexus Venture Partners closed a $700 million fund targeting AI and consumer tech investments, while Fireside Ventures secured INR 2,265 crore for its fourth consumer-focused fund, reflecting continued long-term institutional interest despite short-term deal moderation.
Companies:
- Nexus Venture Partners
- Fireside Ventures
Tags:
- startups
- funding
- startups
- funding
- india
Dec 9, 2025 • 16:26