Against the odds: East Ventures’ portfolio rises above the e-Conomy SEA 2024 report’s baseline
Southeast Asia's digital economy is poised for significant growth. The latest report from e-Conomy SEA 2024 by Google, Temasek, and Bain shows how the digital economy demonstrates solid performance with double-digit growth across GMV, revenue, and profit, proving growth can happen alongside profitability.
Finding the right path to profitability in Southeast Asia’s digital landscape
In recent years, the startup business landscape has experienced a challenging time, a so-called “tech winter,” a period when startups are facing a tougher fundraising climate and persistent inflation. This phenomenon has prompted startups to pivot towards building more sustainable business models focused on driving profitability.