S45

Private Investment Firm Maharashtra, India ·Founded 2025

Overview

S45 is India's first AI-native investment bank, focusing on scaling high-growth businesses through capital, governance, and operational support. The firm integrates artificial intelligence directly into the execution layer of investment banking, enhancing research, dealmaking, and distribution processes. This approach allows S45 to deliver faster and more efficient IPO execution for both Main Board and SME listings. By combining sector expertise with AI-driven analytics, S45 offers a comprehensive suite of services, including IPO readiness assessments, pricing support, bookbuilding, and post-IPO investor relations. The firm operates across various sectors, such as technology, healthcare, financial services, consumer goods, energy, industrial goods, automotive, aerospace & defence, chemicals & materials, agriculture & food, education & training, hospitality & tourism, media & entertainment, telecommunications, and real estate. S45's mission is to empower entrepreneurs by providing the necessary capital, strategic direction, and operational backing to scale their businesses efficiently. The firm aims to partner with high-quality growth-stage and mid-market companies, assisting them in accessing public capital markets with confidence and building enduring businesses.

Investment Focus

  • High-growth businesses seeking IPO readiness and execution support
  • Companies in sectors such as technology, healthcare, financial services, consumer goods, energy, industrial goods, automotive, aerospace & defence, chemicals & materials, agriculture & food, education & training, hospitality & tourism, media & entertainment, telecommunications, and real estate

Portfolio Companies

Dexif

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Frequently asked questions about S45

What sectors does S45 invest in?

S45 invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Consumer Goods and Real Estate, and is based in Maharashtra, India. S45 is listed as a private investment firm in the ConnectSafely investor database.

What stage does S45 invest at?

S45 backs companies at Early Stage, Growth and Late Stage, writing cheques of 1M - 50M.

Which regions does S45 invest in?

S45 invests across India.

Who are the partners at S45?

Team members listed for S45 include Pankaj Harlalka (Partner).

What companies has S45 invested in?

S45's portfolio includes Dexif.

How do I contact S45?

S45's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.

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