Shared Market Access

Bridging the US and India ecosystems for unprecedented growth opportunities

Key Market Statistics

$109 billion in aggregate VC deal value since 2009
Bilateral trade projected to reach $500 billion by 2030
US accounts for over 50% of all VC investments in India
Indian-founded companies represent 66 of 305 US unicorns
44 Indian unicorns created in 2021 alone
3.8x faster capital deployment growth than China or the US
Shared Market Access

BAT VC's unique strength lies in its ability to bridge the world's two most dynamic innovation ecosystems—the United States and India—creating unparalleled market access for startups. This corridor has facilitated $109 billion in aggregate venture capital deal value since 2009, driven by cross-border collaboration in technology, talent, and capital. With bilateral trade projected to reach $500 billion by 2030, BAT VC leverages this growth to unlock opportunities for scaling startups in sectors such as AI, FinTech, and Enterprise SaaS, which collectively attracted 75% of India's $38.5 billion in VC funding in 2021.

The US accounts for over 50% of all venture capital investments in India, while Indian-founded companies represent 66 of the 305 US unicorns, showcasing reciprocal value creation. BAT VC capitalizes on India's tech talent pool and cost-efficient R&D capabilities, combined with access to Silicon Valley's deep capital reserves and global distribution networks.

By aligning with India's 6.5% GDP growth trajectory and the US's $6 billion addressable market in underpenetrated sectors, BAT VC positions portfolio companies to dominate in both markets simultaneously. For example, India's digital public infrastructure—used by 1.4 billion people for payments and identity verification—enables startups to rapidly prototype solutions for global markets, while US subsidiaries secure venture-scale funding at 50-70% lower operational costs than domestic peers.

This symbiotic model is validated by 44 Indian unicorns created in 2021 alone, many dual-headquartered across both markets. BAT VC's structural advantage lies in navigating this corridor's regulatory, cultural, and operational complexities—turning geopolitical alignment into 3.8x faster capital deployment growth than China or the US.

Our Cross-Border Advantage

We leverage our deep networks in both the US and Indian markets to help founders navigate cross-border expansion. Our hands-on approach transforms regulatory, cultural, and operational complexities into strategic advantages.