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Bloomberg announced Dragon Fund recently co-led alongside General Catalyst the $340 million funding round for Zepto, an Indian online grocery startup, elevating its valuation by 40% to $5 billion. The round also attracted new investor EPIQ Capital Group, with existing backers like Lightspeed Venture Partners and DST Global increasing their stakes. This funding surge underscores the ongoing enthusiasm among foreign investors for India’s e-commerce market, even as other sectors face challenges. The article discussed that Zepto, founded in 2021 by childhood friends and Stanford dropouts Aadit Palicha and Kaivalya V., has quickly become a significant player in India’s hyper-competitive grocery delivery market. The investment was led on behalf of Dragon Fund by Chief Investment Officer, Ridhi Chaudhary, and Managing Director, Aakash Tulsani

Here are highlights from this month’s issue of Basic Certainties, offering an overview of the latest news, notable events, and key activities from Liquidity Group. -Dragon Fund, by Liquidity, Invests $50 Million in Zepto to Drive Quick Commerce Revolution in India -Liquidity Group Launches AI-Powered Mobile App Transforming VC & PE Investment Strategies -Mars Growth Capital, by Liquidity, Commits $4 Million in Credit Facilities in Hireup to Accelerate Growth and Enhance Disability Support Platform -Looking Forward: A State of the Market Interview with Robert Amato, Head of FIG North America -Spotlight on Singapore: Navas Ebin Muhammed, Head of APAC Mars Growth, to Speak on Two Industry-Leading Panels  -Meet the European team in Munich at Bits and Pretzels and Berlin at Founders Forum Group Europe and Berlin SaaS Week -Liquidity Group Portfolio Company Update: Infra.Market Initiates IPO Discussions -Liquidity Group Global Events -Liquidity Group Open Positions Globally Loans made or arranged pursuant to the California Financing Law license are made by LQC SP1 LLC

Mars Growth is proud to announce a $4 million commitment in credit facility to Hireup, an Australia-based platform connecting individuals with disabilities to skilled support workers. The company will utilize this capital to further develop its platform, expand its reach, and enhance its services to meet the needs of its users better. This commitment highlights Mars Growth’s dedication to backing transformative solutions and world-class founders in Australia and APAC.   Or Zorea, the Managing Director, APAC at Mars Growth, shared, “We are happy to provide growth capital to support Hireup’s continued expansion. Their dedication to enhancing independence and quality of life for people with disabilities aligns with Mars Growth’s vision of supporting transformative solutions. We strongly believe in Hireup’s mission and platform and are excited to be part of their journey toward creating a more inclusive and accessible world.” https://lnkd.in/dD4WVX-z

Here are highlights from this month’s issue of Basic Certainties, offering an overview of the latest news, notable events, and key activities from Liquidity Group. -Global Investment Surge with Record-Breaking Debt and Equity Growth Amidst Strong Demand in Europe, APAC, and MENA -Meta and Liquidity Group Co-Host Founders Forum Group Global’s Annual Gala Dinner -The Wall Street Journal Highlights Liquidity Group as a Leading Global AI-driven Asset Management Firm -Top Investors, Entrepreneurs, and Political Figures Unite for an Elite Networking Event -Interview with Dragon Fund Directors Alex Kewley CFA & Aakash Tulsani -Global Events Highlight -Current Open Positions Globally Loans made or arranged pursuant to the California Financing Law license are made by LQC SP1 LLC

The Wall Street Journal highlighted Liquidity Group’s six-year-old AI-driven asset management strategy, leveraging generative AI & ML to perform due diligence on nearly 7000 companies yearly in order to underwrite growth-stage financing of $35mm in average size. Click Here to Read More: https://lnkd.in/eNnJKytu

Meta joins Liquidity Group in co-hosting Founders Forum Group Global Annual Gala Dinner: In this special edition, an in-depth recap of the recent Liquidity Group hosted Founders Forum Global that brought together industry leaders, innovators, and visionaries. From the glamorous opening gala at The Peninsula Hotel, the insightful Chair & CEO Breakfast, to the thought-provoking main forum, this event was a remarkable opportunity to make new friends and reconnect with old ones as we journeyed together into the future of AI, finance and emerging technologies.

LIQUiDITY Group is thrilled to continue our global partnership with Founders Forum Group — from Berlin, to Singapore, to NYC, and now, back in London!

Reginald J. Mills, Head of Financial Institutions Group at Liquidity, on How Technology Can Help the Deal Sourcing Workflow In a recent podcast interview with Giovanni Amodeo for Ion Influencers, Reggie Mills, the Head of the Financial Institution, delved into the transformative role of technology in asset management. Watch the full Clip Here: https://lnkd.in/e7WktNNE.

LIQUiDITY Group and Mars Growth Capital are proud to continue our partnership with Infra.Market, with an additional investment of USD $50M into its Singapore arm, taking the total investment to USD $100M. “Liquidity is using technology to transform capital credit markets with unrivaled speed and accuracy. At each step in the process, our evaluation of Infra.Market showed a company delivering on its promise to remake construction and infrastructure projects across India and beyond,” said Ron Daniel, co-founder and CEO and Liquidity Group. Souvik Sengupta and team has been instrumental in building the business to where it is today. This transaction is also a testament to our continued belief in Singapore being an ideal hub for the global expansion of technology startups from India and the wider region.

Liquidity Group is thrilled to continue our partnership with Founders Forum Group at their inaugural Asia event. Among an elite gathering of top-tier founders and industry leaders, we proudly presented our APAC credit arm, Mars Growth Capital, and our equity VC, Mars Equity. Joined by Mars Growth Capital, our team capitalized on the opportunity for invaluable face-to-face interactions with both existing and potential partners. Carmen James, Head of Corporate Development, delivered a compelling opening address, reinforcing our commitment to fueling the growth of high-potential companies globally, with a dedicated focus on APAC. The event served as a catalyst for forging meaningful connections, sparking discussions with key players in the APAC market eager to explore collaborative opportunities. We're excited about the future prospects that lie ahead! Learn More about Mars Growth Capital here: https://lnkd.in/dHJpef5i Loans made or arranged pursuant to the California Financing Law license are made by LQC SP1 LLC