Indian Weekly VC Funding Dips Below $100M As Five IPOs Prepare

26 Oct 2026, 7:30 am · 4h ago · 1 min read · YourStory

Indian startup funding dropped below the $100 million mark this week due to a lack of large funding rounds, according to recent market data. Meanwhile, India’s primary market continues to show strong momentum, with five companies preparing to launch initial public offerings between October 26 and October 29 to raise nearly ₹2,600 crore. In addition, FirstCry parent Brainbees Solutions-backed Swara Baby Products is preparing its public debut by November 5. The primary market remains robust, with 104 companies raising over ₹1.4 lakh crore via IPOs so far this year amid shifting funding dynamics nationwide.