Andi Haswidi
As the head of ASEAN Research, Andi focuses on anchoring research reports and writing data-led stories at DealStreetAsia. He is an accomplished researcher, journalist and author. His first book, KOPI: Indonesian Coffee Craft & Culture, was published in 2018.
Stories by Andi Haswidi
Governance issues like eFishery’s are a wake-up call for investors and founders: Antler
"The most resilient startups and funds will be those that embed governance principles from day one."
Data Vantage: Bumame, Lifesight, Authentick and others in focus
Also read about VC fundraising in SE Asia slumping to a four-year low in 2024.
LPs reassess SE Asia as capital shifts to markets with more predictable returns: MindWorks Capital
As more companies demonstrate scalable and profitable business models, LP confidence will strengthen.
Data Vantage: eFishery founders largely avoided cashing out
Also read: Logistics leads Indian startup funding in Q4 2024.
VC fundraising drops to a new low in SE Asia as governance risks loom
Fourteen funds secured a final close last year, compared with 32 in 2023.
Data Vantage: eFishery secondary transactions, green tech, and other updates
eFishery’s cap table history reveals that 15 entities engaged in secondary transactions.
Data Vantage: SPIL Ventures, CRUST Group, BuyStars in focus
SPIL Ventures has expanded its portfolio with an investment in recommerce startup LIKUID8.
Data Vantage: Yourpay, RuralNet, VersaFleet in focus and other updates
SE Asian enterprise software and IT startups are increasingly adopting blockchain, with 66 deals in 2024.
SE Asia’s exit market will open like India’s: Affirma Capital
The PE major is looking to raise about $350m for an India-dedicated fund.
Debt capital gains ground as SE Asia’s tech scene matures: InnoVen Capital
Debt financing is playing a key role in capital optimisation and growth, says Paul Ong.
