India, April 22 -- Trump, Tariffs & VCs

Global markets are on a roller coaster, investors are clueless, and the Indian startup ecosystem is nothing but a silent spectator to what is yet to come. At the centre of this is Donald Trump's frantic tariff war, which has the potential to set off a pandemic-like crisis, minus the disease.

Although the US has given a 90-day relaxation, temporarily deferring tariff hikes for many countries, including India, the horizon still appears clouded due to the uncertainty ahead. But, what does it mean for VCs?

Fear Of A Covid-Like Crisis Ahead? VCs are reassessing timelines and exit strategies, while foreign limited partners are delaying capital deployment. The concern? Much like the Covid-19-triggered c...