Behind every venture funding news that you come across, if you look deeper, you will find one thing common in almost all deals - startups issue Compulsorily Convertible Preference Shares (CCPS) to investors, and not equity shares. Your instant thought could be that this must be for convertible rounds where the valuation is unknown and dependent on the next fundraise. However, this is also true for the priced rounds i.e. where the valuation is known and agreed upon. In such ca

This case study explores the valuation of a Kolkata-based agritech startup undertaken to support an early-stage fundraising round. Using a structured multi-method approach, including DCF, venture capital benchmarks, and comparable transaction analysis, the engagement focused on balancing scalability with execution, working capital, and sector-specific risks. The valuation provided a defensible reference point for investor negotiations and strategic decision-making.

This case study explores the valuation of a Hyderabad-based fintech startup undertaken to support a seed-stage fundraising round. Using a structured multi-method approach, including DCF and comparable transaction analysis, the engagement focused on balancing rapid scalability with regulatory and execution risks. The valuation provided a defensible reference point for investor negotiations and enabled informed decision-making during capital raise discussions.

This case study explores the valuation of a Bangalore-based healthtech startup undertaken to support an upcoming fundraising round. Using a structured, multi-method approach including DCF, venture capital benchmarks, and market comparables, the engagement focused on deriving a defensible valuation range reflective of growth potential, sector dynamics, and early-stage risks. The valuation served as a practical reference point for investor negotiations and strategic decision-ma

Explore why startup valuation is crucial in India for fundraise, investor confidence, and statutory filing. Learn how DCF analysis, Venture Capital Method and Comparative Analysis guides funding decisions in pre-seed, seed, pre-revenue, and Series A rounds. Gain insights to value your startup for investment, funding, and compliance in India’s dynamic ecosystem. Relevant for startups in Mumbai, Bangalore, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune, Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida, Kolkata, India.