aastha
Aastha is an Indonesia correspondent at DealStreetAsia, covering startup funding, deals, M&A and public listings in Indonesia as well as Singapore. Her previous stints include roles at NDTV, CNBC TV 18 in India and Forbes Indonesia.
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Alpha JWC Ventures plans fourth fund, backs ex-exec’s venture studio
The fund's target is smaller than its $443m predecessor.
Indonesian PE firm Novae Capital hits $100m first close of debut fund
It plans to close the vehicle at $150-200m by end-2025.
Malaysia’s Axiata looking to sell stake in Indonesian telco Link Net
The potential deal could fetch up to $1b for controlling shares in Link Net.
Northstar Group said to be in merger talks with Ares Management
Northstar is looking at a potential sale of its majority stake.
Indonesian taxi operator Blue Bird weighs minority stake sale
The deal is likely to involve a secondary share sale and a growth equity round.
eFishery co-founders’ suspension sparks investor anxiety
eFishery’s troubles have dented the optimism surrounding local startups.
Indonesia’s warung-techs make strategic shifts to navigate tough times
While some have pivoted, others have switched to an asset-light model.
Djarum may have bought Indonesian media firm Kumparan as Argor exits
The conglomerate's VC arm GDP Venture now owns 99.99% of Kumparan.
Indonesian fintech AwanTunai raises $60m debt led by Accial Capital
The firm plans to disburse loans worth 3 trillion rupiah every month by end-2025.
Djarum Group said to be acquiring Indonesia noodle chain Bakmi GM
The acquisition could support Bakmi GM's expansion within the country.
