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SoftBank posts 600 million paper loss as India startup bets slide in January March quarter

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Published on 13 May 2026
SoftBank posts 600 million paper loss as India startup bets slide in January March quarter

Swiggy and Ola Electric losses dragged Vision Fund

SoftBank’s Vision Fund took a major hit in India during the January to March quarter, with a reported $600 million paper loss tied to declines across key portfolio names. Swiggy and Ola Electric saw sharp market value drops, outweighing gains from other investments. The move highlights fresh pressure on parts of India’s startup market even as SoftBank remains deeply invested.

  • SoftBank reported a $600 million paper loss linked to its India portfolio
  • Swiggy and Ola Electric declines weighed heavily during Jan to Mar
  • Other investments helped, but were not enough to offset the slump
  • The result underscores widening volatility for India startup valuations
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