Lighthouse Canton secures $40 million from Peak XV to fuel global expansion

The investment firm's first external raise will fund technology upgrades, senior hires, and market growth across Asia, the Middle East, and Europe

Lighthouse Canton, a global investment and wealth management firm, has raised $40 million in a strategic funding round led by Peak XV Partners, with participation from Nextinfinity—the investment vehicle of Shyam Maheshwari, founding partner of SSG Capital (now Ares SSG)—and Qatar Insurance Company, an existing investor. 

The round marks Lighthouse Canton’s first external fundraise, aimed at accelerating its next phase of growth and expanding its footprint across high-potential international markets. 

Focus on technology, talent and global expansion 

The firm said it will use the new capital to enhance its technology infrastructure, attract senior talent, broaden product capabilities, and pursue geographic expansion across regions including Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. 

“We have built Lighthouse Canton with an institutional mindset independently,” said Shilpi Chowdhary, group chief executive officer, Lighthouse Canton. “With Peak XV and our strategic partners, we are deepening our capabilities, institutionalising further, and positioning ourselves for the next decade of growth.” 

Building an integrated wealth and asset management platform 

Founded in 2014, Lighthouse Canton manages over $5 billion in assets across Singapore, India, the UAE, and the United Kingdom. 

Its wealth management division provides bespoke services for high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, and family offices, while its asset management arm delivers institutional-grade strategies across public and private markets. 

The company said its strong regional presence and disciplined execution have helped it serve clients in complex cross-border financial environments. 

Strategic investors reinforce long-term vision 

Qatar Insurance Company, an early investor in Lighthouse Canton, reaffirmed its commitment in this round, signalling continued confidence in the firm’s long-term strategy. 

Peak XV Partners and Nextinfinity bring deep expertise in financial services and alternative asset investing, which Lighthouse Canton said will be instrumental in scaling its operations and strengthening governance.