Granite Asia

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About Granite Asia

Investor type

VC firm

First check

$1M to $50M

Lead

Sometimes

Themes

gamedev

quantum

smbs

wellbeing

metabolomics

marketplaces

medical device

+270

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Funding Stages

1. Idea or Patent 2. Prototype 3. Early Revenue 4. Scaling 5. Growth

6. Pre-IPO

Countries of investment

Philippines

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Who we are

We are a Singapore Venture Capital Firm and MAS-licensed multi-asset investment platform managing approximately $10B AUM across venture capital, growth equity and private credit. Founded in 2000 and formerly GGV Capital's Asia business, the firm backed more than 500 companies across Southeast Asia, China, Japan, South Asia and Australia.

Funding Requirements

We invest in AI, enterprise software, SaaS, fintech, consumer internet, healthtech, supply chain and logistics across Asia. Sectors include artificial intelligence, machine learning, generative AI, AI infrastructure, data infrastructure, cloud, cybersecurity, developer tools, B2B SaaS, enterprise workflow, vertical software, payments, digital banking, insurtech, lending, wealthtech, e-commerce, marketplaces, consumer brands, retail tech, gaming, edtech, mobility, logistics, supply chain software, manufacturing, industrial automation, robotics, semiconductors, deeptech, frontier tech, digital health, medtech, biotech, diagnostics, wellness, agritech, foodtech, food systems, energy transition, renewable energy, cleantech, climate, EV, battery and sustainability. We back companies in Singapore, China, Japan, India, Indonesia, Vietnam, Malaysia, Thailand, the Philippines, South Korea, Taiwan and Hong Kong, from early stage through growth, pre-IPO and hybrid private credit structures.

Value add

25 years backing Asian founders. Hands-on support on go-to-market, regional expansion, hiring and follow-on rounds, plus a 500+ company network. Our multi-asset platform funds you from early equity through growth, pre-IPO and hybrid financing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is your preferred ownership target?

We do not target a fixed ownership percentage. In equity rounds we typically take meaningful minority positions sized to the stage and round. In hybrid and private credit structures ownership may be minimal.

What is your typical due diligence process?

Initial screen within one to two weeks, then commercial, technical and financial diligence over four to six weeks. Sector specialists from our team and operating network are involved throughout.

What is your average time from first meeting to decision?

Typically four to eight weeks. Earlier stage decisions can move faster.

What do you expect from founders after investing?

Regular reporting, transparency on metrics and risks, and early dialogue on difficult decisions. We are long-term partners across multiple rounds.

Do you take board seats?

Yes, we typically take a board or observer seat when we lead a round.

Do you reserve capital for follow-on rounds?

Yes. Follow-on capital is core to the model. Investing across venture, growth equity and private credit means we can support a company through multiple stages using different instruments.

Do you invest in solo founders?

Yes. We assess the founder and the opportunity rather than team size, though we look closely at the hiring plan.

What does success look like for you in an investment?

Companies that become durable category leaders in their markets. Across 25 years our portfolio has produced unicorns and public listings across Asia.

Locations

128 Beach Road, Singapore, 189773, Singapore HQ

Singapore Guoco Midtown 128 Beach Road #21-02 Singapore, 189773

About

Granite Asia Team

Meriem A.

"I invest across the full capital structure in Asia — venture, growth equity, and private credit — matched to what each company needs at every stage. Focus: technology, consumer, healthcare. 500+ companies backed since 2000, 127 unicorns."