In the Black
In The Black is a series that spotlights profitable startups, whether they're bootstrapped or VC-backed.
Ecommerce enabler Rocketindo bootstraps its way to 300% growth, profitability
Founded in 2016, the company distributes midrange to high-end Taiwanese beauty products in Indonesia.
Ecommerce roll-up firm Una Brands hits EBITDA profitability as industry struggles
This comes after the company, which is backed by Lazada Group former CEO Maximilian Bittner, reported a significant uptick in net loss in 2022.
This profitable SG firm combines mercenary approach with Amazon-like infrastructure
Bld.ai has built a digital network of professional services providers and aims to undercut industry giants such as Accenture and Deloitte.
How this parenting platform built a profitable business from its community of moms
In 50 Words: Across Southeast Asia, Supermom’s users are part of over 5,000 Facebook groups, some with thousands of members.
Now in the black, this Malaysian startup seeks gold in silver economy
Kiddocare, once an online marketplace for babysitters, now wants to offer services for the elderly in line with its new cradle-to-grave concept.
This startup hit the mother lode by tapping into the power of parents
Supermom enables parents to earn supplemental income from surveys, branded content, and more.
Indian agritech firm plows into profits with retail investor backing
Zetta Farms is eyeing a revenue of US$50 million in FYE 2024, which would be a 7x surge from its preceding year’s earnings.
An Indian astrology startup turning prophecy into profits
Astrotalk looks to raise US$40 million in a pre-IPO round to expand its international operations by acquiring other astrology companies.
Malaysian startup collects profits from e-waste recycling
Erth aims to expand nationwide and in other Southeast Asian markets following a strategic investment from Gobi Partners.
How Sunrate reached $100m in annualized revenue while staying profitable
The Singapore-headquartered company has been net profitable since 2021.



