Indian Tech Startups Face Significant Losses Amid Market Volatility

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Indian tech startups faced significant losses this week as broader macroeconomic challenges weighed down the markets. The Sensex and Nifty 50 closed with a 2.9% decline, reflecting the impact of escalating tensions in the Gulf and the Middle East.

Among the 54 new-age tech companies tracked by Inc42, 13 saw their shares hit fresh lows, with 43 others experiencing declines ranging from 0.09% to over 13% between March 2 and 6. Notably, EaseMyTrip saw its shares plummet by 13.23% during this period.

This downward trend extended to other prominent startups such as WeWork India, MobiKwik, Swiggy, and Urban Company, contributing to a collective $7 Bn loss in market capitalization for new-age tech stocks by the end of the week.

Amidst these market challenges, some startups faced individual hurdles. Meesho received a substantial tax demand notice, while Fractal Analytics reported a 9% YoY increase in net profit for Q3 FY26.

Source: Inc42 Media