Unicorns in South and SE Asia need to reduce cash burn: S&P Global

81

Unicorns in South and Southeast Asia are finding it difficult to turn around operations due to the pandemic’s impact and competition, said a recent S&P Global report reminding businesses that “cash does not last forever”.

Unicorns—a privately held startup valued at over $1 billion—are at crossroads and will be prioritising, it said. Such start-ups are now following traditional firms in cutting costs, rationalising or exiting business segments where they don’t have competitive advantage.

“They need to choose between aggressively expanding to reach economies of scale or focusing on reigniting their businesses. Cash does not last forever. The start-ups can’t continue spending if operational turnarounds are delayed and cash balances are narrowing while fund-raising remains difficult.”

Unicorns have taken initiatives in recent quarters to achieve financial sustainability, such as centralising or rationalising operations. Some start-ups have taken dramatic steps to rein in spending, including layoffs. Cash preservation has become priority as raising funds becomes challenging

The report cited the example of India-based ANI Technologies, which operates cab aggregator Ola, for decisions taken to turn around operations. “The company has scaled back its growth aspirations overseas and non-mobility expansion to achieve profitability. The mobility business has surpassed pre-COVID levels and maintained profitability on a segmental basis,” it said.

“A further pivot came only months after ANI Technologies undertook a US$500 senior secured loan in January 2022. In August 2022, it repurchased US$350 million of the loan to reduce the negative carry on the back of lower capital requirements,” it added.

As per the report, these developments suggest that more unicorns could focus on turning around core operations at the expense of expanding their presence in new markets or vertical segments.

About The Author

81 thoughts on “Unicorns in South and SE Asia need to reduce cash burn: S&P Global

  1. I’ve been surfing on-line more than 3 hours these days, yet I never found any interesting article like yours. It¦s beautiful worth sufficient for me. Personally, if all website owners and bloggers made good content as you probably did, the internet can be a lot more helpful than ever before.

  2. I like this web site very much, Its a really nice spot to read and obtain info . “Anyone can stop a man’s life, but no one his death a thousand doors open on to it. – Phoenissae” by Lucius Annaeus Seneca.

  3. Great web site. A lot of helpful information here. I am sending it to several buddies ans additionally sharing in delicious. And naturally, thanks to your effort!

  4. I’ve been absent for a while, but now I remember why I used to love this website. Thank you, I will try and check back more frequently. How frequently you update your site?

  5. Have you ever considered creating an ebook or guest authoring on other blogs? I have a blog based on the same information you discuss and would love to have you share some stories/information. I know my viewers would value your work. If you are even remotely interested, feel free to shoot me an e mail.

  6. Hi there would you mind sharing which blog platform you’re working with? I’m looking to start my own blog in the near future but I’m having a tough time making a decision between BlogEngine/Wordpress/B2evolution and Drupal. The reason I ask is because your design seems different then most blogs and I’m looking for something unique. P.S Apologies for getting off-topic but I had to ask!

  7. Throughout the great scheme of things you’ll receive an A for effort and hard work. Exactly where you actually lost me personally was on all the specifics. You know, as the maxim goes, details make or break the argument.. And that could not be more true in this article. Having said that, permit me say to you just what exactly did give good results. Your article (parts of it) is definitely highly persuasive and that is probably the reason why I am making an effort in order to comment. I do not really make it a regular habit of doing that. Second, even though I can certainly notice a jumps in reasoning you make, I am definitely not sure of just how you appear to connect your ideas that make the final result. For right now I shall yield to your position but hope in the foreseeable future you actually connect the facts much better.

  8. Thank you for another magnificent post. Where else could anybody get that kind of information in such a perfect way of writing? I have a presentation next week, and I am on the look for such information.

  9. Thanks , I have just been looking for information about this topic for a long time and yours is the greatest I’ve came upon till now. But, what concerning the bottom line? Are you positive concerning the supply?

  10. Hiya, I’m really glad I’ve found this info. Today bloggers publish only about gossips and internet and this is really irritating. A good blog with exciting content, that is what I need. Thanks for keeping this web site, I’ll be visiting it. Do you do newsletters? Cant find it.

  11. hey there and thanks on your info – I have certainly picked up something new from proper here. I did alternatively experience several technical issues the usage of this site, since I skilled to reload the web site a lot of instances previous to I may just get it to load correctly. I were wondering in case your web host is OK? No longer that I’m complaining, but sluggish loading cases instances will sometimes have an effect on your placement in google and could harm your high-quality score if advertising and ***********|advertising|advertising|advertising and *********** with Adwords. Anyway I’m adding this RSS to my e-mail and can glance out for much more of your respective intriguing content. Ensure that you replace this again soon..

  12. Good web site! I really love how it is simple on my eyes and the data are well written. I’m wondering how I might be notified when a new post has been made. I’ve subscribed to your RSS which must do the trick! Have a nice day!

  13. Magnificent goods from you, man. I’ve understand your stuff previous to and you are just too excellent. I really like what you’ve acquired here, really like what you are saying and the way in which you say it. You make it entertaining and you still care for to keep it wise. I cant wait to read much more from you. This is really a wonderful site.

  14. My brother recommended I might like this blog. He was once totally right. This publish truly made my day. You cann’t believe just how a lot time I had spent for this information! Thank you!

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *