2019
Mumbai
Series A
Eqaro is India's first financial guarantees platform that offers surety solutions in lieu of traditional collaterals and cash deposits. The company combines credit analysis technology and reinsurance to enable individuals, entrepreneurs, and businesses to access capital and opportunities without conventional security requirements.
Rental Guarantees (Rental Bonds) – Zero-deposit rental solution replacing traditional security deposits; covers unpaid rent, property damage, unpaid bills, and lock-in period breaches for tenants while providing landlords with verified tenants and guaranteed rental income protection
Financial Guarantees for MSMEs – Collateral-free guarantee solutions providing access to working capital, asset financing, and inventory funding up to ₹25 lakh for micro, small, and medium enterprises without requiring traditional collateral
Commercial & Contract Guarantees – Surety solutions for contract performance, supplier defaults, dealer obligations, and commercial transactions with MNCs, automobile companies, and leading NBFCs
Resale Value Guarantees – Guaranteed buyback and assured resale value protection for electric vehicles and two-wheelers, mitigating depreciation risk for customers and OEMs
Digital Claims Processing – Fully automated, hassle-free claims settlement processed within 5 working days with digital verification
Guarantee Fee Model – Revenue generated from fees charged to guarantee issuees (tenants, borrowers, or principals) based on the guarantee amount and tenure, typically calculated as a percentage of the security or loan amount
Reinsurance & Counter-Guarantee Model – Backed by global reinsurance partners including Ion Insurance Company (USA), Southern Pacific Insurance Corporation (USA), and Northern Light Surety Company (SRL) who provide counter-guarantees and underwriting expertise
Partner Ecosystem Revenue – Growth through partnerships with co-living operators, property management companies, real estate portals (Housing.com, NoBroker), NBFCs, and digital lending platforms sharing guarantee fees
Tiered Scaling Model – Currently managing ₹3,000+ crore in guaranteed assets across 250,000+ properties; targeting ₹1,200-1,500 crore in annual revenues within 4-5 years by expanding product offerings and partner base to 150-200+ partners
B2B & B2C Channels – Dual revenue streams through business-to-business partnerships (lenders, co-living operators, vehicle financers) and direct-to-consumer rental and loan guarantee products
$1.02Million
1
$1.02Million, Series A
as of July 8, 2022
$6.27Million
as of July 8, 2022
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as of N/A
Prudent
22
ILIOS 72 Alternative Capital
No Exits
| Date | Round Name | Amount | Valuation | Revenue | Revenue Multiple | Investors |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 8, 2022 | Series A | $1.02Million | $6.27Million | $84.5K | - | Prudent |