Leading VC Firms in Singapore & Southeast Asia 2025
Southeast Asia continues to be a powerhouse of innovation, where startups today are evolving into the leaders of tomorrow. In this vibrant landscape, venture capitalists are not just financiers, they are strategic partners who can provide mentorship, networks, and invaluable insights that drive growth and transformation.
This article features 10 leading venture capital firms investing in Southeast Asia early-stage startups, sorted alphabetically. If you're a founder searching for the right partner to accelerate your growth, this list is a great place to start!
Antler is one of the most active early-stage investors globally, partnering with pre-idea and pre-launch startups from Day Zero. Antler is present in 30 cities across most leading technology ecosystems globally and has made over 1,300 investments in early-stage startups.
Why it’s on the list: Antler provides startups access to a global ecosystem of mentorship, resources, and strategic connections that can guide founders from concept to a fast-growing startup.
Sector: Agnostic
Stage: Pre-Seed to Series A
Ticket size: Up to 125k USD (venture program), up to 500k USD (direct & follow-on)
Selected deals in 2024: Bootloader, Introdex, YOBO
Founded in 2009 in Indonesia, East Ventures has raised nine funds focusing on Southeast Asia. The firm has invested in over 300 seed and growth-stage tech companies, recording strong financial returns and creating positive social and environmental impacts. Its portfolio includes notable unicorns like Carro, Tokopedia, Traveloka and Xendit.
Why it’s on the list: East Ventures' extensive experience and vast network in Southeast Asia, particularly within Indonesia's tech sector, offer founders invaluable support, strategic guidance, and access to a community of founders.
Sector: Agnostic
Stage: Seed to Series B
Ticket size: 1m to 10m USD
Selected deals in 2024: Aevice Health, Prep, Zevero
Insignia partners with founders at an early stage and supports them from seed through growth stage as their companies create meaningful impact for millions of people in Southeast Asia and beyond. With the firm’s team of 30+ investment and operating professionals who bring together decades of experience and proprietary networks, they equip founders with the tools they need for growth. Its portfolio features notable unicorns such as Ajaib and Carro.
Why it’s on the list: Insignia offers startups regional expertise and comprehensive support, making it a distinctive and valuable partner for entrepreneurs aiming to make a meaningful impact in Southeast Asia and beyond.
Sector: Agnostic
Stage: Seed to Series B
Ticket size: 100k to 10m USD
Selected deals in 2024: Dr Clear Aligners, File AI, Fluid
Kadan Capital is an early-stage VC firm investing in category-defining startups in Asia and beyond. The firm specialises in Fintech and AI, supporting its portfolio companies through capital, advice and a network of partners. Kadan Capital is known for its long-term partnership approach and strong founder focus.
Why it’s on the list: Kadan Capital's strong founder focus, long-term partnership approach and the firm’s network in the Japanese market provide founders with access to capital, potential exit opportunities and valuable connections.
Sector: Fintech, AI, B2B SaaS
Stage: Seed to Series A
Ticket size: 500k to 1m USD
Selected deals in 2024: Datature, Pallav Technologies, Ringkas
M Venture Partners doesn't just invest in sectors, they focus on shaping the future through responsible investing. They are committed to addressing pressing issues in four key areas of impact: financial empowerment, healthcare transformation, mindful consumerism, and sustainable innovation.
Why it’s on the list: M Venture Partners understands that initial ideas may evolve and believes that a strong team will ultimately find the right path. They help individuals form teams, develop ideas, and raise funding from investors to build the world's most important companies.
Sector: Agnostic
Stage: Pre-Seed to Pre Series A
Ticket size: 500k to 3m USD
Selected deals in 2024: Pallav Technologies, ProCredit, Tictag
Monk's Hill Ventures partners with great entrepreneurs to use technology to improve the lives of millions of people in the region. They have a strong entrepreneurial foundation, led by entrepreneurs and operators, including CEOs and CTOs of successful tech companies in Asia and Silicon Valley.
Why it’s on the list: Monk's Hill Ventures distinguishes itself through its robust entrepreneurial foundation, led by seasoned entrepreneurs and operators, enabling it to effectively support early-stage founders.
Sector: Agnostic
Stage: Pre-Series A to Series A
Ticket size: 3m to 10m USD
Selected deals in 2024: 1Long, iPiD, Pallav Technologies
Peak XV Partners (Formerly Sequoia Capital India & SEA) is a leading venture capital and growth investing firm investing across India, South East Asia and beyond. Their new name, Peak XV (pronounced Peak Fifteen), was the name used for Mount Everest before it was called that. This signifies their commitment to support the relentless pursuit of greatness by founders despite challenges along the way.
Why it's on the list: Peak XV's ethos is to be a lifelong partner for audacious founders, providing comprehensive support and leveraging a team of over 60 operators across key areas, from the early stages to IPO and beyond.
Sector: Agnostic
Stage: Pre-Seed to Series B
Ticket size: 500k to 50m USD
Selected deals in 2024: Kargo Technologies, Momos, WatchTowr
Saison Capital is the venture capital arm of Credit Saison, a 30bn USD AUM financial services conglomerate with an active presence across Japan, India, Southeast Asia and Latin America. Saison Capital leverages the group’s extensive financial services operating background and resources across the globe.
Why it's on the list: Founders benefit from Saison Capital’s deep expertise and expansive network in financial services, providing capital and strategic guidance and access to a vibrant global fintech community to navigate challenges and accelerate growth.
Sector: Fintech
Stage: Pre-Seed to Series B
Ticket size: 100k to 3m USD
Selected deals in 2024: iPiD, Prep, Vigo
Vertex Ventures is a leading Singapore-based VC firm with a global footprint. Backed by Temasek Holdings, Vertex Ventures has five major global funds, including one dedicated to Southeast Asia and India. The firm invests in sectors such as enterprise tech, fintech, and healthcare, and its portfolio includes notable prominent companies like Grab, Nium and Patsnap.
Why it's on the list: Vertex Ventures Southeast Asia & India offers startups the advantage of a global network while leveraging deep local expertise and an active investment approach. This gives it a strong edge in empowering startups to reach global markets.
Sector: Agnostic
Stage: Pre Series A to Series B
Ticket size: 2m to 8m USD
Selected deals in 2024: ReturnKey, Koppiku, Coolmate
Wavemaker manages multiple funds in Southeast Asia. The Climate-Tech Venture Build Fund partners with proven entrepreneurs to create companies to reduce global carbon emissions, the Early-Stage Fund backs startups in Enterprise, Deep Tech, and Sustainability, and the Growth Fund invests in maturing opportunities from their early-stage investments.
Why it's on the list: Wavemaker's deep sector expertise in Enterprise, Deep Tech, and Sustainability and its hands-on, long-term partnership model deliver valuable strategic support to startup founders.
Sector: Agnostic
Stage: Pre-seed to Series A
Ticket size: 100k to 3m USD
Selected deals in 2024: Portcast, XSquare, Vigo
Conclusion
With Southeast Asia's startup ecosystem steadily maturing, venture capital firms are instrumental in driving innovation and enabling high-potential startups to grow. For founders, the right investment partners are more than just financial backers. They are catalysts for growth, providing the strategic insight and industry connections needed to thrive in an ever-evolving market.
At Kadan Capital, we are committed to backing the next generation of entrepreneurs. If you are an early-stage founder building the next disruptor, we invite you to connect with us.
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Source: Crunchbase, OpenVC, Kadan Capital Deal Data
