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Gagan Singh Explores Hybrid Financing Models as Future of Startup Funding

Gagan Singh
Last updated: July 17, 2024 4:09 am
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Gagan is the CEO of Wows Global, a matchmaking platform for startups and investors in Asia.

Previously he was a board member and Group CFO of Deliveree, one of the fastest growing on-demand logistics companies in SEA.

Guest Author: Gagan Singh

Is Venture Capital the right source of financing for Southeast Asian startups? 🤔

Having been deeply immersed in the VC and startup ecosystem for over a decade, I’ve seen firsthand the dynamic growth and potential of venture capital in Southeast Asia. The region boasts remarkable success stories but also grapples with unique challenges.

The Positives:
1. Success Stories:

Companies like Grab, Go-Jek, Tokopedia, and Lazada demonstrate the immense potential of startups in Southeast Asia.


2. Growing Ecosystem:
With more accelerators, incubators, and co-working spaces, the supportive infrastructure for startups is expanding.

3. Untapped Markets:
A large, youthful population with increasing internet penetration offers massive opportunities for innovative solutions.

4. Government Support:
Favorable policies, grants, and initiatives from governments are promoting entrepreneurship and attracting foreign investment.


The Challenges:
1. Limited Exit Opportunities:

IPOs and M&A activity are not as robust, making it difficult for VCs to realize returns.

2. GPs Struggling to Return Capital:
Extended exit timelines strain the relationship between General Partners (GPs) and Limited Partners (LPs).

3. Limited Market Size:
Apart from Indonesia, there is no market large enough to meet VC return expectations, and companies have rarely been able to crack the code regionally.

4. Regulatory Hurdles:
The varied and complex regulatory landscape across countries poses challenges for regional scaling.


Hybrid Financing: A New Approach

A hybrid form of financing blending private equity (PE) and venture capital (VC) could be transformative:

1. Reasonable Growth Expectations: Setting achievable growth targets aligned with the Southeast Asian market.

2. Strong Bottom Line Profits: Emphasizing profitability and sustainable business models from the outset.

3. Balanced Risk and Reward: Combining PE’s patient capital with VC’s innovation focus offers a balanced risk-reward profile.

Conclusion:
While VC investments in Southeast Asia offer great potential, challenges like limited exits and capital return need addressing. A hybrid financing model could foster sustainable growth and robust returns.

What are your thoughts on hybrid financing and VC investments in Southeast Asia? Share your experiences and insights below.

#VentureCapital #Startups #SoutheastAsia #Investment #Entrepreneurship #VC #PrivateEquity #Innovation #Growth #HybridFinancing #wowsglobal

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