Sifted’s Post

❗❗❗ NEW LIST - VENTURE DEBT ❗❗❗ In the challenging landscape of #startup funding, Venture Debt is emerging as a vital tool. With equity rounds becoming harder to secure, startups are turning to debt to bridge the gap. This approach preserves equity, offers financial flexibility, and fosters strategic partnerships. By embracing venture debt, startups can fuel growth, extend runways, and navigate market uncertainties effectively. Here are the entities that have been providing venture debt facilities in MENA FULL LIST HERE -> https://lnkd.in/dBuzDiQF Added to the list: Partners for Growth , Ruya Partners , SHUAA Capital , STV , Merak Capital , Shorooq Partners , Ajeej Capital , Camel Ventures , Beyond Capital , Amplify - Growth, Funding, and Support , Lendable, Hambro Perks , Capifly , erad (YC S22) , Contact Financial Holding #VentureDebt #StartupFunding #FinancialFlexibility #GrowthStrategy

important resource list here

With investment slowing, experts are divided on the future of venture debt, as founders seek alternatives to equity financing which has been the darling of the African tech ecosystem. While equity financing remains the go-to for African startups, venture debt is gaining traction because of its unique value proposition. What role can venture debt play in Africa’s startup ecosystem? Click the link to find out 👉 https://lnkd.in/dS5A5Vyf

🚀 2024 has been a record year for venture debt according to Atomico'𝘴 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘌𝘶𝘳𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘢𝘯 𝘛𝘦𝘤𝘩 report 📈, with startups raising $4.7bn in just the first three quarters - a growth trend we expect to continue. David Bateman, Managing Partner, shares his thoughts with Sifted, alongside some of the Claret-backed Founders and CEOs who are leveraging venture debt to fuel growth, minimise dilution, and as additional firepower for mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Thanks to Jean Hamon, Founder and CEO of Hivebrite; Peter Aschmoneit, Co-Founder and CEO of quantilope; and Slava Kremerman, Co-Founder and CEO of Zen Educate for sharing their thoughts! “Venture debt always had its place and will continue to have its place because it was and is a really good additional tool alongside equity, and it will still be that in the future.” - Peter Aschmoneit, CEO and Co-Founder of quantilope. Read the full piece here! ⬇️ #venturedebt #funding #startupeurope https://lnkd.in/ejTAvzqU

A helpful summary from Sifted of the latest Atomico State of European Tech report. One headline? A record year for venture debt. "In the first three quarters of 2024, European startups raised $4.7bn in venture debt, equal to 14% of the total share of VC funding — the highest figure on record." There is much to digest here, but in a challenging funding environment it is encouraging to see the value of venture debt and its role in the financial stack being recognized. Read the whole article here 👇 https://lnkd.in/gdZ6-72J

A helpful summary from Sifted of the latest Atomico State of European Tech report. One headline? A record year for venture debt. "In the first three quarters of 2024, European startups raised $4.7bn in venture debt, equal to 14% of the total share of VC funding — the highest figure on record." There is much to digest here, but in a challenging funding environment it is encouraging to see the value of venture debt and its role in the financial stack being recognized. Read the whole article here 👇 https://lnkd.in/gdZ6-72J

Investment firm Trifecta Capital has announced the first close of its INR 2,000 Cr fourth venture debt fund. Without disclosing the exact amount, the investment firm said that it has so far received commitments to the tune of half of the fund.⚡ ➖ The Trifecta Venture Debt Fund IV also has a greenshoe option of INR 500 Cr. It will invest in more than 100 startups, with an average ticket size of INR 25 Cr to INR 30 Cr. ➖Founded in 2014 by Rahul Khanna and Nilesh Kothari, Trifecta offers non-dilutive financing solutions for early and growth-stage companies. The firm claims to have so far invested INR 6,500 Cr in 180 startups via its three funds since inception. 🔗To read the full article, click here - https://lnkd.in/g2TyS8jU #news #Inc42 #Debtfund #fund #investment #startup #TrifectaCapital #startupnews

We’re excited to unveil our investment in Capifly — a company changing the way high-growth tech startups access capital by offering non-dilutive, sharia-compliant debt facilities. They’re addressing the common struggle of scaling without giving up equity or enduring long, complex funding processes. Check out our blog, as we dive deep into how Capifly is bridging the financing gap for tech startups in the MENA region and how its visionary co-founders, Dunya Bashiti and Ahmed Jaradat, are leading the charge in empowering tech innovators. 🚀📈 #ahli #fintech #investment #venturedebt

Three Musketeeres of Venture Debt will unveil its secrets! Join Orbit Debt Partners for this very informative session! #bits24

We were glued to this fantastic report by TechCabal last week: "Partech, its $300 million fund, backing bold founders, and being intentional about exits". $300 million is now dedicated to backing bold founders across Africa via Partech II. This $300 million fund signifies a major investment in African tech. The report discusses Partech II's strategy, offering valuable insights for founders and anyone interested in the African tech landscape.🚀 Knowing how a major VC fund operates can be crucial for navigating the funding journey. And as always, we are always here to support founders with their PR needs as they navigate the exciting world of African tech.🥂 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/djVTgRfr #AfricanTech #Funding #Startups #TechPRAfrica #Investment