TLDR:
- If Q2’s pace continues, global venture fundraising could reach around $120 billion for the full year, matching 2023 totals.
- China, Europe, North America, the UK, and the USA are key players in venture fundraising.
The first half of the year has shown strong momentum in global venture fundraising, with a potential reach of $120 billion by the end of the year if the pace of Q2 continues. Key regions driving this growth include China, Europe, North America, the UK, and the USA. With uncertainty clearing up, Battery Ventures is optimistic about the second half of the year. Morocco’s EmergingTech Ventures is also eyeing a $60 million Fund II to expand into neighboring countries.
Events such as the Private Funds CFO Data and Technology Forum and the Private Fund Compliance Operations Forum offer opportunities for networking and education in the venture capital space.
The report highlights the increasing activity in the venture capital sector, with firms like R136 Ventures appointing Dennedy as a partner and COO, Moxxie Ventures raising $95 million for its third fund, and Bioluminescence Ventures bringing on Murray as a senior partner. The report also delves into topics such as evaluating leadership teams in venture debt and the relevance of the word ‘impact’ in fundraising strategies.
