Delta Capital Myanmar is a Yangon-based growth capital firm focused on Myanmar. Founded in 2013, it provides capital to growth-stage companies across sectors including energy, hospitality and tourism, consumer products and services, technology, telecoms, financial services and healthcare. The firm seeks minority stakes but may take control in select cases, and it targets investment horizons of three to five years with exits through trade sales, buyouts, recapitalizations, equity expansions, IPOs and other M&A. It targets opportunities driven by Myanmar's evolving economy and rising middle-class demand for affordable goods and services. The company is affiliated with Simon Murray & Company and operates within Myanmar's frontier market, while its broader activity spans venture and growth investments in business-to-consumer, financial services, healthcare, IT, AI, big data, education technology, manufacturing and related sectors in Southeast Asia.
Asia Strategic Holdings Ltd. is an independent developer and operator of consumer businesses in emerging Asian markets, primarily focusing on Vietnam and Myanmar. The company specializes in the Education and Services sectors, with its education segment generating the majority of revenue. This segment encompasses a range of educational services, including early childhood education, vocational training, consultancy, and project management within the education sector. By leveraging the rapid economic growth in these two countries, Asia Strategic Holdings aims to expand its portfolio and enhance its presence in the broader consumer market.
GMO Internet is a Tokyo-based technology company that operates across four main segments: Internet infrastructure, online advertising and media, Internet securities, and cryptocurrency. It provides domain registration, hosting, cloud services, security, payments, e-commerce support and related solutions; media and ad tech including search and mobile marketing; consumer financial services such as online securities and foreign exchange trading; and cryptocurrency mining and exchange activities. The company also engages in games and related digital services. Founded and incorporated in 1976, GMO Internet generates the vast majority of its revenue in Japan and serves customers worldwide.
Grab is a Southeast Asia-based mobile platform that integrates ride-hailing, food and grocery delivery, and financial services, connecting drivers, merchants, and customers through a single app. It operates in Singapore, Indonesia, the Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Myanmar, and holds a leading market share in ride-hailing and food delivery, with 89% of revenue derived from these core businesses. The company also offers payments, consumer loans, and enterprise financial services. It charges commissions to both riders and merchants as it links them with consumers. Founded in 2012 by Anthony Tan and Tan Hooi Ling, Grab is headquartered in Singapore and maintains offices in Seattle, Beijing, Bangalore, Jakarta, and Vietnam. In 2024, Singapore, Indonesia, and Malaysia together contributed more than 70% of revenue.
Established in 2017, UMG IdeaLab is a venture studio based in Jakarta, Indonesia. It focuses on building and investing in early-stage technology-based startups, with a particular interest in sectors such as artificial intelligence, robotics, health technology, new energy, agriculture technology, education technology, manufacturing, and automation.
Adani Group is a business conglomerate enriching lives that contributes to nations in building infrastructure through sustainable value creation. Founded in 1988, Adani becomes a global integrated infrastructure with businesses in key industry verticals, resources, logistics, energy, and agro.
Adani Group is based in India with expanding global footprints across Australia, Myanmar, China, Dubai, Indonesia, Singapore, United States, and Bangladesh.
Ayana Renewable Power Private Limited is an energy generation company based in Bengaluru, India, founded in 2017. The company specializes in developing utility-scale solar and wind generation projects across India and its neighboring countries, including Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar, and Sri Lanka. Ayana aims to enhance renewable energy generation capacities to facilitate a transition to low-carbon power generation. In addition to generating electricity, the company focuses on creating job opportunities in the renewable power sector and fostering community development through skill enhancement and employment initiatives.
Established in 2008, Fullerton Financial Holdings operates as a financial advisory firm, investing in and managing financial institutions across emerging markets. With entities in eight Asian countries, it employs over 80,000 staff serving more than seven million customers. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Temasek (Private) Holdings, it specializes in the mass market and SME segments within the financial services sector.
The Osiris Group is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Hong Kong, focusing on growth equity and infrastructure investments in frontier markets across Emerging Asia. The firm engages in seed and incubation investments, primarily targeting sectors such as climate security, food and agriculture security, data security, healthcare, and financial inclusion. Its investment activities are concentrated in Bangladesh, Pakistan, Myanmar, and Sri Lanka, with the goal of fostering transformative impact in these regions.
Cordlife Group is a consumer healthcare company focused on safeguarding maternal and child health. It operates two segments: banking (cord blood, cord lining, cord tissue services) and diagnostics (non-invasive prenatal screening, newborn baby meta screen, eye screen). With over 19 years of experience in stem cell processing and cryopreservation, Cordlife has a strong presence across Asia Pacific.
Founded in 2010, Orbit Startups is a venture capital firm investing in tech companies that digitize traditional industries. It focuses on emerging markets and aims to improve living standards sustainably across sectors like e-commerce, fintech, media, healthcare, education, and logistics. The firm offers a lifetime program with hands-on support for partnerships, business development, fundraising, growth, along with initial investment packages and follow-on funding.
Vertex Ventures is a global venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments. With offices across the U.S., China, Israel, India, and Southeast Asia, they focus on enterprise and infrastructure companies, supporting innovative entrepreneurs with operational expertise and access to capital.
Pegasus Tech Ventures is a Silicon Valley-based venture capital firm that backs emerging technology companies worldwide and helps entrepreneurs expand into North America, Asia, and Europe. The firm employs over 100 professionals across seven countries who bring broad domain expertise. It invests in and supports companies across sectors including artificial intelligence, Internet of Things, robotics, big data, virtual and augmented reality, quantum computing, FinTech, health IT, and other next-generation technologies, and it also engages in consumer electronics, automotive, original design manufacturing, enterprise, gaming, healthcare, finance technology, and hardware. Founded in 2011, the company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
Founded in 1995, Third Point is an SEC-registered investment adviser based in New York. The firm specializes in event-driven and value-oriented investing across various asset classes, including long and short equities, corporate credit, private credit, collateralized loan obligations, and venture capital.
Founded in 2004, Pine Street Capital Partners is a Massachusetts-based independent firm that provides financing solutions to lower mid-market companies. They invest with experienced management teams in established businesses, offering mezzanine and equity capital for strategic acquisitions, private equity-sponsored buyouts, management buyouts, recapitalizations, and shareholder dividends.
Castle Crow & Company is a merchant banking and private equity firm focused on middle-market opportunities in the United States and Canada. It specializes in recapitalizations, management buyouts, leveraged buyouts, and mezzanine capital investments, as well as growth capital and industry consolidation. The firm makes equity and debt investments in privately held companies and in subsidiaries or divisions of public companies, and pursues minority equity investments. In addition to investments, Castle Crow & Company provides advisory services to owners and management teams to help create growth strategies and exits. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in San Francisco, the firm maintains additional offices in Atlanta and Reno.
Struck Capital is a venture capital firm based in Santa Monica, California, founded in 2014. It pursues a founder-first approach and leads seed investments sourced through its established network. The firm backs technology-driven startups across sectors including B2B, B2C, and cryptocurrency, aiming to support innovative entrepreneurs in early stages with strategic guidance and capital.
TRIREC is a Singapore-based investment holding company established in 2015. It focuses on renewable energy and clean technology, with a particular emphasis on decarbonization investments across sectors such as food, agriculture, mobility, buildings, industries, and energy.
Established in 1948, British International Investment is a UK government-backed development finance institution and impact investor. It focuses on long-term economic growth and sustainability in emerging markets by investing in infrastructure, health, agribusiness, and other sectors.
The International Finance Corporation (IFC), established in 1956, is a member of the World Bank Group dedicated to fostering private sector development in emerging markets. It provides financial services, including loans and equity investments, ranging from $1 million to $100 million, with a focus on projects that drive economic growth and social impact. IFC invests across various sectors such as infrastructure, agriculture, manufacturing, healthcare, education, technology, and financial services.
Daiwa PI Partners is a private equity firm established in 1998 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. As a strategic component of the Daiwa Securities Group, the firm specializes in a variety of investment sectors, including international venture capital, private equity, debt, real estate, and energy investments. A notable aspect of its investment strategy is its focus on non-performing loans, which reflects its commitment to identifying and managing distressed assets. Daiwa PI Partners primarily targets opportunities in Asia and the Oceania region, positioning itself to capitalize on emerging market trends and growth potential in these areas.
Cocoon Capital is a Singapore-based venture capital firm that backs early-stage enterprise technology and B2B companies across Southeast Asia. It targets ventures with initial traction and provides hands-on support to accelerate growth toward Series A. The firm invests across healthcare, financial services, fintech, deep tech, and business software sectors, with activity in Singapore, India, and the wider region.
India Accelerator, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Gurgaon, India, is a unique mentorship-driven incubation program partnered with the Global Accelerator Network (GAN). It focuses on supporting seed-stage and early-stage technology startups across various sectors, including consumer, finance, gaming, e-commerce, and mobility. The organization aims to create both financial returns and a positive social and economic impact, guiding its efforts to foster significant change within the startup ecosystem. Through its structured programs, India Accelerator provides essential resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities to help entrepreneurs navigate the challenges of building successful businesses.
Finvolve, established in 2022, is a venture capital firm based in Gurugram, India. It operates as a joint venture between India Accelerator and Finolutions, focusing on facilitating investments in the B2B startup ecosystem.
Ikhlas Capital is a private equity firm based in Singapore that targets opportunities across Southeast Asia. Founded in 2019, it partners with companies to help them scale and contribute to the region’s development, applying capital across ASEAN markets to create durable value.
SoftBank Robotics Europe, formerly Aldebaran Robotics, designs and manufactures humanoid robots for education, research, health, distribution, tourism, business applications, and home use. The company serves customers worldwide and focuses on interactive robotics that assist professionals and individuals. Founded in 2005, it is based in Paris, France, with additional offices in France, Japan, the United States, and China, and operates as a subsidiary of SoftBank Group.
Norfund is a government development finance institution and economic development agency based in Oslo, Norway, established in 1997. It provides equity, risk capital, and loans to companies and projects in developing countries, focusing on markets where private capital is scarce and economic development can be accelerated. The organization aims to reduce poverty and promote sustainable growth by investing in sectors and regions with high potential, notably Sub-Saharan Africa, parts of Southeast Asia and Central America, and supporting small and medium-sized enterprises through minority investments and SME funds. It collaborates with local entrepreneurs and institutions to strengthen local capital markets and create lasting economic impact.
NTT DATA specializes in IT services and solutions, including consulting, systems integration, and IT outsourcing. They focus on major sectors such as finance, public administration, and enterprises worldwide. Their expertise lies in digital transformation, application services, and SAP implementation.
Incofin Investment Management is an Antwerp-based impact investment firm focused on financial inclusion in developing countries. The company supports rural and agricultural sectors by investing in microfinance institutions and related financial services through debt, equity and guarantees, often taking minority positions and participating on MFIs' boards to guide growth. It also funds microfinance-focused investment funds and private equity vehicles, aiming to reach the rural poor, smallholder farmers, and other actors along agricultural value chains. The firm operates globally, with activity in Africa, Asia, Latin America and beyond, and emphasizes sustainable returns alongside social impact.
Satori Giants is a venture studio established in 2023 and located in Singapore. The company is dedicated to identifying, nurturing, and scaling the next generation of founders who possess innovative ideas and the determination to realize them. With a long-term vision that spans decades, Satori Giants prioritizes ventures that are designed to be timeless rather than merely timely. The firm strategically explores underrepresented sectors to uncover and support potential outliers that have the capacity to transform industries. Acknowledging the complexities and challenges inherent in these markets, Satori Giants leverages its extensive network and industry insights to convert obstacles into opportunities, guiding its ventures toward market leadership and enduring impact.
Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Nest Tech is a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage technology startups. It focuses on B2B, information technology, gaming, 3D printing, and mobile sectors within the Southeast Asian region.
Aseem Infrastructure Finance specializes in providing comprehensive debt and financial solutions tailored for the infrastructure sector. The company aims to significantly impact the growth of infrastructure debt financing in India by offering project life cycle financing. It combines technical expertise with risk structuring and asset management to deliver a wide range of financial products and services. These include project loans and debt capital market instruments, enabling customized lending solutions that meet the diverse needs of the infrastructure industry.
Eversource Capital is an impact investment firm based in Mumbai, India, established in 2018. The firm serves as the fund manager for the Green Growth Equity Fund, which received initial investment from India's National Investment and Infrastructure Fund and the Department for International Development. Eversource Capital focuses on financing sectors such as contracted power, distribution infrastructure, electric mobility, green finance, and renewable energy services. Its primary objective is to minimize and mitigate the adverse effects on ecosystems, communities, and the climate through strategic investments in sustainable projects within India.
SPARX Group Co., Ltd. is a Japan-based holding company established in 1989 by founder Shuhei Abe, recognized as one of the pioneers of independent asset management in Japan. Initially focused on Japanese equities, it has since expanded into a diversified asset management firm serving the Asia-Pacific region. SPARX Group engages in various investment strategies, including clean technology, renewable energy, and venture capital, notably through the Mirai Creation Fund, created in collaboration with Toyota Motor Corporation and SMBC. The company provides investment management and advisory services to a range of clients, including corporate pension funds, government entities, and private banks. It offers mutual funds that are accessible directly or through various intermediaries, catering to both domestic and international markets.
GGV Capital is a global venture capital firm that invests in technology companies across various stages and sectors. Established in 2000, the firm has offices in Silicon Valley, Singapore, and Beijing, providing expansion capital ranging from $5 to $25 million for initial investments. GGV Capital focuses on companies operating in the U.S., China, India, Southeast Asia, Japan, Australia, Europe, and Israel.
AISIN is a Japan-based manufacturer of automobile parts and housing-related equipment with global operations. It serves three main areas: Automobile Parts, which covers engine parts such as water pumps and pistons; drive-train components including automatic and manual transmissions; brake and chassis parts; body components such as door locks and power backdoors; and information parts such as car navigation and parking support systems. The Housing-related Equipment segment provides products like shower toilets, beds and gas heater pump air-conditioners. The Others segment includes civil construction and petroleum-related activities. Beyond automotive components, AISIN also markets lifestyle and energy-related products and wellness items, with a substantial share of revenue from automotive parts and services, including transmissions and car navigation systems, and a broad international customer base.
BEENEXT is a Singapore-based venture capital firm that backs early-stage technology startups with global reach. Founded in 2015, it leverages its network and operational experience to help founders scale, investing primarily in seed and Series A rounds across the United States, Southeast Asia, Japan, and India. The firm focuses on information technology, software-as-a-service, fintech, artificial intelligence, and other tech-enabled sectors, supporting companies at the intersection of digital platforms and data networks. Its aim is to build a global founder-led platform by connecting entrepreneurs across regions and providing capital and strategic guidance to accelerate growth.
Jeneration Capital Management is a global investment firm focused on growth capital and technology investments. The firm specializes in providing growth and expansion capital primarily to private technology and technology-enabled companies, concentrating its efforts in the Asia-Pacific region, particularly in Greater China. Jeneration Capital employs a multi-strategy investment approach that encompasses direct private investments, public equity, and diversified fund investments. The firm’s asset management is guided by an experienced executive team, with Jason Tan serving as Partner and Chief Investment Officer. Through its targeted investments, Jeneration Capital aims to support the development and expansion of innovative companies in the tech sector.
Founded in 1946, Fidelity is a leading privately-owned investment manager offering a wide range of services including IRAs, retirement planning, wealth management, and securities execution. It serves individual investors, businesses, financial advisors, and institutions worldwide, managing equity, fixed-income, and balanced mutual funds through global public markets.
Hyundai Motor Company is a South Korean multinational automotive manufacturer, established in 1967. It produces and distributes a wide range of vehicles globally, including cars, SUVs, commercial vehicles, and eco-friendly models. The company operates through Vehicle, Finance, and Other segments, offering vehicle financing services and engaging in research & development activities. Hyundai Motor Company is the world's fifth-largest automaker.
Finnish Fund for Industrial Cooperation is a Helsinki-based development-oriented investment firm established in 1980. It pursues direct and fund-of-fund investments in small and mid-sized enterprises in developing countries with Finnish links, aiming to deliver environmental and social impact. The firm focuses on sectors such as renewable energy, sustainable forestry and agriculture, financial institutions, digital infrastructure, manufacturing, health services, and related services, and it supports ventures that use Finnish technology. Typical commitments range from 1 to 10 million euros, with minority positions up to 30 percent and options for mezzanine financing or investment loans. It co-invests with other development finance institutions and can finance microfinance and infrastructure projects. The firm emphasizes projects aligned with Finnish development cooperation, including activity in Russia and various developing countries, and seeks to partner with entities that bring measurable development outcomes.
AVPN is a unique funders’ network based in Singapore committed to building a vibrant and high impact social investment community across Asia. They are an advocate, capacity builder, and platform that cuts across sectors to improve the effectiveness of members across the Asia Pacific region.
The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is committed to providing assistance to the world's poorest and most vulnerable populations. This agency reflects a longstanding American tradition of humanitarian support, which aligns with both U.S. foreign policy interests and the values of compassion and human dignity. USAID aims to foster sustainable development and improve living conditions in struggling communities globally. Its mission signifies a collective American responsibility to aid those in need, promoting a vision where such assistance is no longer required. Through various programs and initiatives, USAID seeks to create lasting impacts that enhance the quality of life and empower individuals to build better futures.
Established in Singapore in 1974, Temasek Holdings is a lender that specializes in debt financing. It focuses on driving economic transformation by increasing middle-income populations, developing comparative advantages, and fostering emerging champions across various industries such as financial services, transportation, industrial, consumer goods, real estate, telecommunications, media, technology, and life sciences.
Nordic Microfinance Initiative, established in 2008 and based in Oslo, Norway, is a government organization focused on empowering impoverished individuals and women while fostering job creation and wealth in developing countries. The initiative specializes in investments in microfinance institutions through various financial instruments, including debt, sub-debt, and equity. It primarily targets companies in emerging and early-stage markets across Sub-Saharan Africa, South and Southeast Asia, as well as parts of Latin America. The organization typically invests between $1 million and $8 million, seeking to acquire minority stakes ranging from 10% to 30% in its portfolio companies. By concentrating on these regions, Nordic Microfinance Initiative aims to enhance economic opportunities and improve living standards for underserved populations.
Openspace Ventures is a Singapore-based venture capital firm founded in 2014 that backs technology companies in Southeast Asia, with a focus on early-stage Series A and B investments. It targets sectors including logistics, edtech, healthtech, fintech, cleantech, consumer internet and B2B SaaS, emphasizing cloud software, integrated hardware and other tech-enabled business models. The firm maintains a regional footprint across Southeast Asia with offices in multiple capitals and works closely with portfolio companies to support growth and scale. By selectively investing in transformative tech businesses, it aims to help founders build viable, responsible companies that drive regional digital transformation.
Founded in 2016, KSK Angel Fund is a venture capital firm based in San Diego, California. It focuses on investments in emerging technologies such as blockchain, artificial intelligence, internet of things, robotics, and aerospace.
Founded in 2000, Hottolink is a Japanese company specializing in social data and social media analytics. It offers Big Data solutions and consultation services, aiming to make the world more relieved through its innovative use of data.
Founded in 2003, Wavemaker Partners is a venture capital firm headquartered in Singapore with dual offices in Los Angeles. It specializes in early-stage technology investments across Asia-Pacific and the United States, focusing on enterprise, digital media, deep technology, and consumer sectors.
MUFG Innovation Partners Co., Ltd. is the corporate venture capital arm of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, established in 2019 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. The firm focuses on managing corporate venture capital funds to foster open innovation and strengthen partnerships with FinTech-related startups. MUFG Innovation Partners targets investments in early to growth-stage companies across various sectors, including lending, payments, wealth and asset management, capital markets, banking software, vertical software, sustainability, and discovery. By engaging with innovative startups, the firm aims to enhance its strategic capabilities and drive advancements in the financial services industry.