A recent survey by Mountside Ventures, an accelerator and advisory firm, reveals that 90% of corporate venture capital (CVC) funds focus their investments on startups at the Series A stage. Conducted among 100 global CVC investors who manage over $20 billion in assets, the survey highlights that 65% of these investors plan to maintain their current investment strategy, while 18% intend to invest earlier. The report also notes a substantial rise in CVC participation in deals, growing from involvement in one in ten deals in 2010 to one in four by 2024. This trend is attributed to CVCs seeking to stay ahead in technological advancements and market trends, particularly in sectors like artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, where 40% of CVC investments are concentrated. Furthermore, founders attracted to CVCs are primarily drawn to their strategic resources and long-term investment outlook, which contrasts with the shorter exit timelines typical of traditional VCs.
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Corporate venture capital funds favour Series A startups, survey finds