Beams Fintech Fund Backs NBFC Infinity Fincorp in Series A Round
Why in the news
A fintech-focused private equity fund joined the extended Series A of a small-loan NBFC.
Key facts
- Investor: Beams Fintech Fund, a growth-stage PE firm; its sixth investment.
- Investee: Infinity Fincorp Solutions Pvt Ltd, an NBFC.
- Round size: $40 million (₹342 crore), after $35 million (₹300 crore) led in January by Jungle Ventures, Archerman Capital and Magnifico.
- True North has backed Infinity since 2016.
About Infinity Fincorp
- Offers ₹3-5 lakh loans to micro-entrepreneurs such as tea stall owners, vegetable vendors and provision stores.
Significance
The deal signals investor confidence in microfinance-style lending and further expansion.
Exam angle
- Funding stage: Series A; lender type: NBFC.