Key Takeaways Financial due diligence is not an audit. Investors are not checking whether your books are clean for the tax department. They are checking whether the story you told them in the pitch is…
Unit Economics 101: The 6 Numbers Investors Stress-Test in Indian Startups (2026) I have sat on the founder's side of enough fundraising conversations to know the exact moment a pitch changes gear. It is not…
Key Takeaways A cap table that reconciles in Excel is not the same as a cap table that survives due diligence. Six structural issues commonly hide inside what founders describe as "clean". The most expensive…
Your valuation determines how much equity you give away. A Rs 10 Cr pre-money vs Rs 15 Cr pre-money means 10% vs 6.67% dilution on a Rs 1 Cr raise. That 3.33% difference compounds at…
"Can you share your data room?" This is the first thing every serious investor says after the pitch. And most founders scramble. After reviewing 40+ data rooms in the last year, one pattern is clear:…
"How much equity should I give my CTO?" It is a question founders bring to us at A S Banka Advisors Private Limited, and the honest answer starts with a different question: how many people…
Your cap table is the single most important financial document in your startup. It determines who owns what, how much you dilute at each round, and whether your company passes due diligence when you actually…
? Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) is a critical growth enabler for Indian startups and MSMEs. ✅ What is FDI? When a foreign entity or individual invests in an Indian company, typically via equity instruments, it…
Key Investment Criteria for Venture Capital (VC) / Private Equity (PE) Funds Venture Capital (VC) / Private Equity (PE) Funds are looking for investment in enterprises offering potential for attractive growth and earnings. Indicative Investment…
Understanding Business Model Canvas (BMC) The Business Model Canvas (BMC) is a strategic management tool that helps businesses visualize, design, and analyze their business models. It's a one-page document that works through the fundamental elements…
