Series A & Growth Rounds
Scale faster with Series A and growth round preparation, investor targeting, and fundraising execution.
Series A & Growth Rounds Insights
Series A and growth rounds demand proof of traction and economics. In this section, we share checklists for diligence readiness, metrics to emphasize, and narratives that resonate with VCs. You’ll also learn governance practices post-raise to maintain investor trust.
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FAQs: Series A & Growth Rounds
What defines a Series A round in Southeast Asia?
Series A is typically USD 2M–10M, led by regional or global VCs. Investors expect product-market fit, consistent revenue growth, and a plan to scale regionally. It’s the inflection point where startups move from proving the model to executing growth.
What metrics do Series A investors expect in SEA?
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ARR of USD 1–3M for SaaS.
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GMV traction in marketplaces/e-commerce.
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CAC vs LTV ratios showing efficiency.
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Evidence of repeat usage/retention.
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Regional expansion roadmap (beyond one country).
How do growth rounds differ from Series A?
Growth rounds (Series B+) focus on scaling proven models. Check sizes are larger (USD 10M–100M+), often led by international funds like SoftBank, Tiger Global, or GGV. Investors expect stronger governance, professionalized operations, and clear exit strategies.
What sectors attract the most Series A and growth funding in SEA?
Fintech, SaaS, healthtech, and logistics are consistently favored. Climate-tech and AI startups are gaining momentum due to ESG and digital transformation agendas.
How should startups prepare for Series A?
They should focus on building investor-grade reporting systems, cleaning up financials, and establishing governance structures (board of directors, shareholder agreements). Series A diligence is much stricter than seed stage.
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