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Fundamentals of Building Unicorns in 2025 in India

Fundamentals of Building Unicorns in 2025 in India

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 This episode of "Joy of Building Things," hosted by Madhav Shankar, delves into what truly made startups unicorns in India in 2025. Contrary to the frenzy of previous years, 2025 was a period of maturation and strategic evolution for the Indian startup ecosystem. Key takeaways from the episode include: • Fewer, but Stronger Unicorns: In 2025, India saw six confirmed new unicorns, with a combined valuation of $6.44 billion, averaging around $1.07 billion each. These companies diversified across six different sectors, showcasing the ecosystem's breadth. • Shift to Profitability and Capital Efficiency: A major theme was the move away from "growth-at-all-costs" to a focus on improved capital efficiency and sustainable business models. Companies like Fireflies.ai achieved unicorn status without new funding rounds since 2021, highlighting the priority investors place on profitability and resilience. • Strategic Growth Drivers: The success was underpinned by AI and Deep Tech integration, with the IndiaAI Mission providing significant support. Government policy, such as the ₹10,000 crore Fund of Funds for deep tech, and the Startup India initiative, continued to play a crucial role. Strategic partnerships and acquisitions, alongside a focus on essential services and infrastructure (like digital payment systems), were also vital. The episode underscores that 2025's unicorns represent a more robust, value-driven approach to building businesses in India, focusing on fundamental business models for long-term sustainability.
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