Silent Bloom: Venture Debt's Growing Influence
A Report on India's Venture Debt Industry 2024 by Lighthouse Canton
Download and explore insights from Lighthouse Canton's comprehensive report on the rising impact of venture debt in India.
6.2%
VD Share of VC in India
(as of 2023)
62%
Of startup founders surveyed prefer VD for raising capital
40%
Of startup founders surveyed prefer venture debt for its minimal dilution of existing shareholders
In recent years, startup founders have increasingly turned to venture debt as a strategic fundraising tool, moving beyond the traditional reliance on equity. This shift is driven by a funding slowdown, limited innovation in traditional debt, and founders’ growing financial savvy. As a result, venture debt has become a vital component of business growth, particularly in sectors like FinTech and Electric Vehicle (EV) mobility. Lighthouse Canton’s report explores how tailored venture debt solutions can drive industry innovation, highlighting our Venture Debt Fund, which is helping visionary entrepreneurs achieve their goals.