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ABOUT A YEAR ago, the startup ecosystem was grappling with numerous challenges, including a funding winter, concerns about profitability, sustainable cash flow, optimising cash burns and layoffs. Unfortunately, many of these headwinds persist. According to data from GlobalData until November, Indian startups secured only $6.9 billion across 1,013 venture capital-funded deals. For context, the number was $20.2 billion in the same period last year, marking a significant 65 per cent decrease. Layoffs continue to haunt every stakeholder in the startup community, whether promoters or executive-level employees. The numbers speak louder than words; over 15,000 employees were laid off by about 100 Indian startups in 2023 as the funding winter persists, according to multiple reports.
Jumping Between Metrics
Amidst these negative developments, startups have interestingly adapted to the unfavourable market conditions and recognised the importance of fundamental business checks, such as cash flow and optimising cash burn. Arun Kumar, Managing Partner at Celesta Capital, says, “Depending on the specific life cycle stage of the startup and its technology, the pursuit of a path towards profitability has emerged as a significant focal point for investors.”
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