Jakarta has become a key center for new companies in Southeast Asia. The city's startup environment is particularly strong in financial technology.
Companies like DANA and Xendit have attracted major funding, with DANA raising over $554M. Other areas like quick commerce are also growing, with startups such as ASTRO securing significant investment.
Below is our list of 25 Jakarta startups worth keeping an eye on.
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| Year Founded | 2019 |
| Founders | Peter Panas, Will Ongkowidjaja |
| Funding Amount | $199.2M |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (51-250) |
| Last Funding Status | Venture Round |
| Top Investors | Alumni Ventures, Village Global, Goodwater Capital, XYZ Venture Capital, Better Capital |
ASTRO has built a quick commerce platform in Indonesia that delivers groceries and other essentials in as little as 15 minutes. They offer a convenient on-demand service for customers needing everyday items delivered directly to their door.
| Year Founded | 2021 |
| Founders | Jessica Jap, Marcella Moniaga, Sherlyn Gautama, Vincent Tjendra, Wandi Budianto |
| Funding Amount | $143.5M |
| Startup Size | Large Team (251-1,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Series C |
| Top Investors | Accel, Peak XV Partners, Lightspeed Venture Partners, SBI Investment, Goodwater Capital |
DANA operates a digital wallet for the Indonesian market, allowing users to make QR payments, send money, and handle various bills. Their platform provides a suite of financial services aimed at making mobile payments more convenient and accessible throughout the country.
| Year Founded | 2017 |
| Founders | Vincent Henry Iswaratioso |
| Funding Amount | $554.5M |
| Startup Size | Large Team (251-1,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Secondary Market |
| Top Investors | Lazada Group, Living Lab Ventures, Endeavor Indonesia |
Stockbit operates a social investing platform for the Indonesian market that allows traders to share ideas and information. Their service combines community discussion with stock trading tools to help users make more informed investment decisions.
| Year Founded | 2012 |
| Founders | Johny Susanto, Sigit Kouwagam, Wellson Lo |
| Funding Amount | $49M |
| Startup Size | Large Team (251-1,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Series C |
| Top Investors | 500 Global, Peak XV Partners, Quona Capital, East Ventures, EV Growth |
Amartha connects micro and SME business partners with investors through its microfinance technology platform. This peer-to-peer lending model provides essential capital to underserved entrepreneurs, helping to fuel their growth.
| Year Founded | 2010 |
| Founders | Andi Taufan Garuda Putra |
| Funding Amount | $431.6M |
| Startup Size | Enterprise Organization (5,001+) |
| Last Funding Status | Debt Financing |
| Top Investors | International Finance Corporation, Flybridge, Finnfund, UOB Venture, MDI Ventures |
PasarPolis developed an online insurance marketplace for individuals to compare and purchase policies from various providers. The Indonesian insurtech company works to make insurance more accessible by offering affordable and customized products.
| Year Founded | 2015 |
| Founders | Cleosent Randing |
| Funding Amount | $71M |
| Startup Size | Large Team (251-1,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Undisclosed |
| Top Investors | International Finance Corporation, SBI Investment, Alpha JWC Ventures, LeapFrog Investments, East Ventures |
Mekari develops cloud-based business automation software to help various businesses grow and manage their operations. The company offers a range of integrated solutions covering everything from HR and payroll to accounting and tax management.
| Year Founded | 2015 |
| Founders | Anthony Kosasih, Daniel Witono, Dirman Suharno, Suwandi Soh |
| Funding Amount | $71M |
| Startup Size | Major Organization (1,001-5,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Series E |
| Top Investors | East Ventures, BEENEXT, Mandiri Capital Indonesia (MCI), EV Growth, Money Forward |
Xendit builds digital payment infrastructure for businesses in Southeast Asia, from new startups to large enterprises. Their platform provides a suite of tools for companies to accept payments and manage their finances.
| Year Founded | 2014 |
| Founders | Bo Chen, Moses Lo, Tessa Wijaya |
| Funding Amount | $534.7M |
| Startup Size | Large Team (251-1,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Series D |
| Top Investors | Insight Partners, Accel, Y Combinator, Kleiner Perkins, Coatue |
Investree operates a B2B marketplace lending platform that connects small and medium-sized enterprises with sources of financing. Their service is designed to give businesses more accessible and efficient options for funding their operations and growth.
| Year Founded | 2015 |
| Founders | Adrian Asharyanto Gunadi, Aida Sutanto, Amir Amiruddin, Kok Chuan Lim |
| Funding Amount | $265.3M |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (51-250) |
| Last Funding Status | Series D |
| Top Investors | Endeavor Catalyst, responsAbility Investments, Bossa Invest, BRI Ventures, Accial Capital |
Ula runs a wholesale e-commerce marketplace that provides inventory sourcing and working capital to small business owners in Indonesia. Their platform digitizes the supply chain for these retailers, making it easier to manage stock and access financial services.
| Year Founded | 2020 |
| Founders | Alan Wong, Derry Sakti, Riky Tenggara |
| Funding Amount | $167.7M |
| Startup Size | Large Team (251-1,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Secondary Market |
| Top Investors | Peak XV Partners, B Capital, Quona Capital, Lightspeed India Partners, Prosus Ventures |
15 Additional Jakarta Startups Worth Following
Those top 10 companies are a great snapshot, but there's so much more happening across the city. Founders are building everything from new financial tools to farming technology, and they have raised nearly a billion dollars combined.
Some of these companies are just getting started, while others are already growing quickly. Here is a closer look at the other startups that are shaping Jakarta's ecosystem.