In India’s fintech sector, funding in Q3 2025 fell sharply by 48% quarter-on-quarter, with the average deal size dropping to about US $11.9 million, according to a recent Fintech.Global report. The downturn comes amid investor caution, macroeconomic headwinds, regulatory uncertainty around crypto and stablecoins, and a reset of valuations after earlier market exuberance. Reflecting this, at the major fintech event in Mumbai, organizers and delegates noted that crypto and stablecoin discussions were largely sidelined. Reuters On the positive side, certain segments of fintech—such as payments, lending platforms, and B2B financial infrastructure—continue to attract interest, albeit at a slower pace. For fintech firms and investors, the message is to focus on profitability, unit economics, and regulatory clarity rather than just growth at all costs.
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