Key Points
- Neem helps companies replace cash and paperwork with simple online payment tools
- Epic Angels, a women-led investor network based in Asia, has funded the startup
- The investment was made at an early growth stage to support a wider market reach
- The deal signals rising international confidence in Pakistan’s startup sector
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan-based startup Neem has secured fresh funding from Epic Angels, an Asia-focused network of women investors. The funds will help the company expand services, making everyday business payments simpler and more reliable.
Neem provides digital tools that allow businesses to pay employees, manage routine payments, and keep basic financial records online. Companies can make their operations paperless with the help of start-up services.
These services are designed for companies with little or no technical background, offering an alternative to cash-based transactions and manual paperwork.
The investment was made during the Pre-Series A stage, an early phase in a company’s development when products are already in use but require additional resources to grow.
The funding will enable Neem to enhance its systems, increase its workforce, and reach a wider range of businesses across Pakistan.
Epic Angels invests in early-stage companies across Asia that focus on practical solutions to everyday problems. Its backing of Neem highlights growing global interest in Pakistan’s digital economy, particularly in services that support small and medium-sized businesses, especially the traditional cottage industry.
Despite rapid growth in mobile and internet usage, many Pakistani businesses still rely on traditional methods for handling payments and salaries. This often results in delays, errors, and higher operating costs.
Neem aims to address these challenges by offering secure and straightforward digital options, which are also affordable for small businesses.
Market analysts say international investments at this level play a key role in strengthening local business ecosystems. Beyond funding, such deals often bring credibility, mentorship, and access to global networks.
With new capital in hand, Neem plans to broaden its customer base and further simplify financial operations for businesses seeking more efficient ways to manage day-to-day payments.
