π DHAN Joins the Unicorn League: Raises $200M Led by Hornbill & MUFG

100X Venture Hub | Fintech Breakthroughs | June 16, 2025
Indiaβs investment-tech scene just got another unicorn.
Dhan, the fast-rising investing and trading platform, is set to raise $200 million in fresh funding led by Hornbill Capital and MUFG (Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group), at a valuation of $1+ billion, according to an exclusive report by Moneycontrol.
πΈ Why This Matters
This funding round cements Dhanβs position as one of the top product-led fintech startups in India, disrupting traditional brokerage and democratizing access to wealth-building tools for millions of users.
Unlike generic stock broking apps, Dhan focuses on high-performance tools for traders and long-term investors, offering a clean, API-rich experience and advanced analytics.
π What is Dhan?
Dhan is a modern investment platform built for the next generation of Indian investors. Whether you’re a beginner or a pro trader, it brings speed, clarity, and custom tools right to your fingertips.
Founded by Pravin Jadhav (ex-CEO, Paytm Money) in 2021, Dhan is tailored for:
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Active traders (especially options & intraday)
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Long-term stock investors
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Mutual fund & ETF buyers
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Wealth enthusiasts looking for a seamless UI/UX
π οΈ How to Use Dhan (Step-by-Step Guide for First-Time Users)
Step 1: Sign Up & KYC
β Visit www.dhan.co
β Use mobile/email to sign up
β Complete KYC (PAN, Aadhaar, bank details) β takes < 10 mins
Step 2: Explore Dashboard
β Choose your path: Stocks, ETFs, Options, Mutual Funds
β Access pre-built strategies, charts, or create custom watchlists
Step 3: Add Funds
β Link your bank & add funds via UPI or netbanking
β Start with as little as βΉ100
Step 4: Place Your First Trade
β Use Dhanβs clean UI to buy stocks or place options strategies
β Choose from delivery, intraday, or long-term investing
Step 5: Use Advanced Tools
β Options Strategy Builder
β Web + Mobile + API access
β Auto-invest, SIPs, Portfolio analytics
Step 6: Track & Grow
β Real-time charts, profit/loss, tax reports
β Integrate with Smallcase, Console, or TradingView
β Set alerts, rebalance portfolios, or automate strategies
π The Bigger Picture: Why Dhan Wins
In a crowded space of discount brokers and slow-moving giants, Dhan wins by:
- Putting product first
- Building for real traders, not just casual investors
- Focusing on speed, insights, and automation
With over millions of users, Dhan is also quietly building a developer-friendly ecosystem β APIs, integrations, and advanced dashboards for pro users.
π§ 100X Insight:
This isnβt just a fintech story β itβs a product-market fit masterclass.
Dhan solved for pain points in active trading (speed, transparency, strategy tools) and layered it with intuitive design β all while keeping fees low and infrastructure scalable.
As 2025 unfolds, we expect more startups in the trading-tech space to niche down, unbundle experiences, and compete with precision β just like Dhan.
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