Venture Debt - Pakistan | Statista Market Forecast

The total capital raised in the Venture Debt market market in Pakistan is projected to reach US$636.80k in 2024.
Traditional Venture Debt dominates the market with a projected market volume of US$636.80k in 2024.
In global comparison, most capital raised will be generated in Pakistan (US$22.4bn in 2024).
Pakistan's Venture Debt market is gaining traction among startups seeking alternative capital raising options in the evolving financial landscape.

Definition:

The Venture Debt market refers to a form of equity and debt financing combination, which is used to finance early stage and growth stage capital-backed companies. Besides equity funding rounds, business can seek venture debt that minimizes ownership dilution and governance requirements to increase the cash runway to reach the next milestone or even provide a cushion for delays.

Structure:

The market consists of two segments:
- The Traditional Venture Debt market refers to a form of debt financing that is often provided to venture-backed companies to either buy new equipment, meet a deficiency of short-term capital, or support expansion plans.
- The Growth Venture Debt market refers to a form of debt financing that is often structured with warrants or options, which provides a rapid development stage in which businesses can support their long-term oriented growth plans.
The market data comprises of the amount of capital raised, number of deals, and average deal size.

Key players in this market are companies such as Wells Fargo and Hercules Capital.

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Venture Debt funds are sponsors by governments

Pakistan is experiencing a growing trend in the Venture Debt market, driven by customer preferences, local special circumstances, and underlying macroeconomic factors.

Customer preferences: In Pakistan, entrepreneurs and startups are increasingly turning to venture debt as a financing option. This is due to the flexibility it offers compared to traditional equity financing. Venture debt allows companies to raise capital without diluting their ownership stakes, which is particularly attractive to founders who want to maintain control over their businesses. Additionally, venture debt can be a more cost-effective option for startups, as it typically comes with lower interest rates compared to equity financing.

Trends in the market: One of the key trends in the Venture Debt market in Pakistan is the rise of technology startups. With the growth of the digital economy, there has been an increase in the number of tech startups in the country. These startups often require capital to fund their growth and expansion plans, and venture debt provides a viable financing option for them. As a result, venture debt providers in Pakistan are seeing an uptick in demand from technology startups. Another trend in the market is the increasing participation of local venture debt funds. Previously, international venture debt funds dominated the market in Pakistan. However, in recent years, local venture debt funds have emerged, offering tailored financing solutions to Pakistani startups. This has led to increased competition in the market and more options for entrepreneurs seeking venture debt.

Local special circumstances: Pakistan has a young and growing population, which is driving entrepreneurship and innovation in the country. The government has also taken steps to support startups and create a conducive environment for entrepreneurship. Initiatives such as tax incentives, regulatory reforms, and the establishment of startup incubators and accelerators have contributed to the growth of the startup ecosystem in Pakistan. These local special circumstances have created a fertile ground for the development of the Venture Debt market.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: The Venture Debt market in Pakistan is also influenced by underlying macroeconomic factors. The country has been experiencing steady economic growth in recent years, which has led to increased investor confidence and a positive business environment. Additionally, the government's focus on economic reforms and infrastructure development has attracted foreign investment and created opportunities for startups. These factors have contributed to the growth of the Venture Debt market, as investors are more willing to provide debt financing to promising startups in Pakistan. In conclusion, the Venture Debt market in Pakistan is developing due to customer preferences for flexible financing options, the rise of technology startups, the emergence of local venture debt funds, local special circumstances supporting entrepreneurship, and underlying macroeconomic factors such as economic growth and government reforms. This trend is expected to continue as the startup ecosystem in Pakistan matures and more entrepreneurs seek alternative financing options.

Data coverage:

Data encompasses B2B and B2C enterprises. Figures are based on the amount of capital raised, the average of deal size and the number of deals.

Modeling approach / Market size:

Market sizes are determined through a combined top-down and bottom-up approach, building on a specific rationale for each market segment. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use data from OECD, annual financial reports of key players, industry reports, third-party reports, publicly available databases, and survey results from primary research (e.g., the Statista Global Consumer Survey). In addition, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as GDP, CPI, number of small and medium-sized enterprises (SME), new businesses registered (number) . This data helps us estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the relevant market. For example, the S-curve function and exponential trend smoothing are well suited for forecasting digital products and services due to the non-linear growth of technology adoption.

Additional notes:

The market is updated twice a year in case market dynamics change. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war is considered at a country-specific level.

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Venture capital is the term used to call the financial resources provided by investors to startup firms and small businesses that show potential for long-term growth. It has become a very important source of capital for entrepreneurs, who often have problems with financing their needs through risk-averse banks. Venture capital investments incorporate a high level of risk as only some of the VC-backed companies develop into successful and highly profitable businesses. In 2020, the leading venture capital backed company worldwide was the Manbang Group, which based in Nanjing, China.