Macro to Momentum: India’s 2025 VC Outlook & Growth Drivers- Lighthouse Canton IDEAs Event

As India’s VC market begins to show signs of a rebound from a prolonged slowdown, the cyclical uptick is creating a window of opportunity. We were pleased to welcome Sohil Chand, CIO & Founding Partner of LC Nueva Funds, to Singapore for an exclusive Lighthouse Canton IDEAs event with our family office and institutional investor clients, where he shared timely insights on India’s startup and venture capital landscape.‍

Sohil spoke about how investors are increasingly seeking exposure to India’s growth story, but with a sharper focus on liquidity, faster return horizons, and more efficient capital deployment. He highlighted how LC Nueva is leveraging deep founder networks to unlock high-quality secondary opportunities—buying out early investors at discounted valuations, streamlining cap tables, and doubling down on breakout companies. This approach is resonating with LPs looking to participate in the recovery cycle without the constraints of traditional long-hold structures.

The discussion also touched on broader market dynamics including the role of government support for local startups, considerations that investors have when investing in companies listed on India’s SME exchange, the growing influence of domestic capital and the return of successful founders reinvesting into the ecosystem, and India’s IPO markets and regulatory frameworks around IPO listings. Overall, the session provided practical insights into the current state of India’s VC market and the key factors shaping investor sentiment and strategy.