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🇺🇸 Trump’s Presidency Could Shift $33B in Chinese Investment to the UK Donald Trump’s presidency might redirect $33B in Chinese investment to the UK, predicts venture capital firm Fuel Ventures 🚀 led by entrepreneur and investor 👨💻 Mark Pearson During Trump’s first term, Chinese investment in the US plummeted—down 36% in 2017 and 83% in 2018. Fuel Ventures forecasts a similar pattern, with US-bound investments likely dropping from $28B in 2023 to $3B by 2026. 🇬🇧 The UK’s Edge “The UK’s tech talent and innovation make it a magnet for Chinese investors,” says Mark Pearson, founder of Fuel Ventures. Key drivers behind the UK’s appeal include: 👩🎓 Education: An 80% rise in Chinese students in the UK over the past decade. 💰 Economic Stability: A secure environment with strong access to Western markets. 🤝 Collaborations: Strengthening ties with Beijing to encourage advanced tech investments. As tensions between the US and China escalate, the UK is well-positioned to leverage its global connectivity and reputation for innovation. Questions ❓ 👉 Do you think the US will see similar huge drops of China investment now Trump is president? 👉 Can this be an opportunity for the UK? —————— 💬 Agree? Disagree? Let me know in the comments. 🔔 Want to see more? Follow: 👨💻 Mark Pearson ♻ Useful for your network too? Hit that repost button! —————— 💰Looking for funding? Pre-Seed, Seed or Series A stages Fuel Ventures 🚀 #ChineseInvestment #UKTech #TrumpEffect

Thank you Tabby Kinder and George Hammond at the Financial Times for including our #RubiconReport in the article on the continued US #Pension funding of #China's technology innovation. As the The White House quite limited outbound investment restrictions come into effect (necessitating the note that subsequent restrictions on #venturecapital and #privateequity funding of technology in China were eliminated at the 11th hour of the stopgap funding in Congress before the New Year), far too many US Pensions, University Endowments, and Nonprofits continue to invest and have 7-10 year, or more, commitments that continue to fund China's innovation ecosystem. This funding deserves scrutiny, if not outrage, given that such financing crowds out investments from the same funds in startups and technology innovating in the free market, and thus, could better be allocated to US and allied technology founders and innovation ecosystems. #semiconductors #artificialintelligence #quantumcomputing #venturecapital #privateequity Sequoia Capital HongShan Capital Group (HSG) Peak XV Partners Notable Capital Granite Asia Hillhouse Investment Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party CalPERS Bastille Ventures #Rubicon #RubiconInvestmentReport https://lnkd.in/gPaxiuFJ

The funding landscape remains heavily influenced by foreign investors, particularly from the United States and Europe, who accounted for nearly 70% of the total investment activity. https://lnkd.in/dfJAnpmH

Recent data from the British Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (BVCA) shows a 30% drop in UK venture capital investment. However, this decline mirrors global trends rather than being unique to the UK. Despite this downturn, the UK still has a strong foundation for fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. The focus should be on creating a supportive environment for founders, leveraging the UK's historical, linguistic, and academic strengths to continue attracting and nurturing top talent. Read more here: https://yhoo.it/452xx2w #Finance #FinanceTrends #VentureCapital

“Three’s a crowd” is way better than “two’s company” when it comes to investment… So, how about this? ✅ a UK Investment Summit on Monday 14th October ✅ a new Investment Minister Poppy Gustafsson; and ✅ lots of #privatecapital to invest 💥 How much…? 🚨Up to £178bn is ready to be invested by #privateequity and #venturecapital 💷   Today we release the British Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (BVCA) and Public First’s #InvestmentCommission report. It sets out recommendations for the Government to implement to drive economic growth.   The #prize? UK managed funds have £178bn of uninvested private capital that could be invested in the next 3-5 years. Historically, around 50% of this is invested in the UK. That will help the government as it prioritises growth. And with some regulatory changes, #privateequity and #venturecapital will more than play their part in helping Rt Hon Rachel Reeves, Jonathan Reynolds MP, Peter Kyle and Tulip Siddiq to unlock Britain’s economic potential.   What to do?   🏠 Planning - enable business scalability through planning reform, so businesses that have the ability to scale, can do so.   📜 Regulatory innovation - create innovation through agile regulations for emerging sectors, to ensure that British innovators can be at the forefront of new technological developments.   📈 Predictable policy - use the forthcoming Industrial Strategy to create more certainty for investors, so they can easily see the strategic direction the nation’s business priorities.    🏭 Infra - facilitate growth by generating increased infrastructure capacity, to remove gridlocks on scale up opportunities.   🛬 Skills - upskill the workforce and attract the best global talent for UK jobs, allowing the best and brightest of the world to contribute towards British growth.   When private capital and the Government work hand in hand, we know that together we can invest in a better future.   To read our full list of detailed recommendations, you can view the BVCA’s Investment Commission here: https://lnkd.in/eYtW88Fj.

Our CEO and Managing Partner, Benjamin Quinlan, shared his views with the South China Morning Post SCMP on the role of Hong Kong Investment Corporation (HKIC), including how it differs from other sovereign wealth funds. The government-owned Hong Kong Investment Corporation (HKIC), which manages HKD 62bn (USD 8bn) of funds, has embarked on its investment journey, forming partnerships with key players to foster innovation and technology in the city. The HKIC manages four funds. The HKD 30bn Co-Investment Fund is to attract companies to the city through investments in their businesses; the HKD 32bn Hong Kong Growth Portfolio includes a HKD 5bn Strategic Tech Fund and a HKD 5bn GBA Investment Fund. It will soon have a fifth fund formed by pooling funds from successful applicants of the government’s Capital Investment Entrant Scheme (CIES) launched in March. Commonly known as the investment ­migration scheme, CIES offers a faster route to Hong Kong residency for people who invest at least HKD 30m in the stock market, bonds or non-residential property. HKIC has a dual mandate: (1) to invest in companies that have the potential to deliver decent returns for the government; and (2) to leverage the capital to encourage technology companies to use Hong Kong as their development base. HKIC CEO, Clara Chan, and her team, which will eventually number 50, have identified three major investment themes: 🤖 Hardware technologies such as AI, semiconductors, and RISC-V; 💉 Biotech, mainly development of drugs and medical diagnostics; and 🌳 New energy and green technologies. Sovereign funds such as Singapore’s Temasek and others from South Korea, Norway, Saudi Arabia, and Australia invest mostly outside their own countries, according to Benjamin Quinlan, CEO and managing partner of Quinlan & Associates, a Hong Kong-based consultancy. The sovereign funds also invest in a range of assets such as bonds and private equity. Temasek invests more than 70% outside the country, according to its annual report. “The HKIC’s goals are primarily policy-oriented, with a strong focus on supporting the domestic market,” he said. “The emphasis is on projects that can enhance the city’s economic growth and to support start-ups in designated sectors.” Quinlan said the HKIC has some similarities with ADQ, the investment arm of the Abu Dhabi government, which has a mandate to invest domestically to accelerate the transformation of the UAE into a globally competitive economy. Singapore’s Temasek and Norway’s Norges Bank Investment Management make their investments based on the recommendations of their in-house teams and invest in a wide range of assets to generate returns and spread their risks. #hongkong #hk #swf #hkic #investment https://lnkd.in/gwMAkJGD

Shared my views with the South China Morning Post SCMP on the role of Hong Kong Investment Corporation (HKIC), including how it differs from other sovereign wealth funds. The government-owned Hong Kong Investment Corporation (HKIC), which manages HKD 62bn (USD 8bn) of funds, has embarked on its investment journey, forming partnerships with key players to foster innovation and technology in the city. The HKIC manages four funds. The HKD 30bn Co-Investment Fund is to attract companies to the city through investments in their businesses; the HKD 32bn Hong Kong Growth Portfolio includes a HKD 5bn Strategic Tech Fund and a HKD 5bn GBA Investment Fund. It will soon have a fifth fund formed by pooling funds from successful applicants of the government’s Capital Investment Entrant Scheme (CIES) launched in March. Commonly known as the investment ­migration scheme, CIES offers a faster route to Hong Kong residency for people who invest at least HKD 30m in the stock market, bonds or non-residential property. HKIC has a dual mandate: (1) to invest in companies that have the potential to deliver decent returns for the government; and (2) to leverage the capital to encourage technology companies to use Hong Kong as their development base. HKIC CEO, Clara Chan, and her team, which will eventually number 50, have identified three major investment themes: 🤖 Hardware technologies such as AI, semiconductors, and RISC-V; 💉 Biotech, mainly development of drugs and medical diagnostics; and 🌳 New energy and green technologies. Sovereign funds such as Singapore’s Temasek and others from South Korea, Norway, Saudi Arabia, and Australia invest mostly outside their own countries, according to Benjamin Quinlan, CEO and managing partner of Quinlan & Associates, a Hong Kong-based consultancy. The sovereign funds also invest in a range of assets such as bonds and private equity. Temasek invests more than 70% outside the country, according to its annual report. “The HKIC’s goals are primarily policy-oriented, with a strong focus on supporting the domestic market,” he said. “The emphasis is on projects that can enhance the city’s economic growth and to support start-ups in designated sectors.” Quinlan said the HKIC has some similarities with ADQ, the investment arm of the Abu Dhabi government, which has a mandate to invest domestically to accelerate the transformation of the UAE into a globally competitive economy. Singapore’s Temasek and Norway’s Norges Bank Investment Management make their investments based on the recommendations of their in-house teams and invest in a wide range of assets to generate returns and spread their risks. #hongkong #hk #swf #hkic #investment https://lnkd.in/gipyunPw

The UK: A Thriving Hub for Entrepreneurs and Tech Start-ups The UK is one of the most exciting and reliable places for business leaders and entrepreneurs worldwide to establish and grow their ventures. With a vibrant economy and pro-business environment, the country is at the forefront of innovation and investment, offering incredible opportunities for businesses of all sizes. The #InternationalInvestmentSummit, held today by the UK Government, will showcase the UK's position as the ideal destination for investors and business leaders, emphasising the country's commitment to long-term growth, modern technologies, and sustainable jobs. Key stakeholders from major tech companies, including Google and Wayve, attended today's event. 🔗https://lnkd.in/eZP5GiV6 Now is the perfect time for tech start-ups and scale-up companies to develop and expand in the UK. The UK is Europe's leading tech ecosystem, boasting the highest number of unicorns and attracting billions in venture capital. This strong economic landscape and the government's drive for stability and growth make the UK a prime location for innovators and businesses looking to make their mark on the global stage. As more start-ups and scale-ups operate in the UK with European and global markets, the demand for #CertifiedTrainingProgrammes on their products is higher than ever. For companies incorporating #AI or delivering AI training, certification becomes crucial to ensuring customers understand and maximise the potential of these technologies. Just as major US tech giants have seen the benefits of product certification, tech companies in the UK can follow suit, strengthening their brand loyalty and client engagement through certified training. 🌟 Curious how certification can drive your business growth? Learn more https://lnkd.in/eB4utbyt #UKBusiness #Startups #ScaleUps #Investment #TechEcosystem #AI #Certification #TrainingProgrammes #Kryterion #Innovation

Amid sluggish economic growth and weak investor confidence, China is championing “bold capital” – a new initiative to steer investments towards early-stage, higher-risk and tech-focused projects, seeking to revive risk appetites amid the nation’s uncertain economic outlook. The term “bold capital” was first put forward by Shenzhen, China’s tech and innovation hub, in an October action plan aimed at promoting high-quality development in venture capital.

The investment landscape has become more challenging for investors and early-stage businesses, but both groups have a vital role to play in the UK economy and innovation ecosystem that shouldn’t be underestimated cautions Jens Tholstrup, Executive Chairman of Oxford Investment Opportunity Network (OION). In our latest blog, Jens discusses the current angel investment landscape, the importance of angel investment to the UK economy, the role of the EIS scheme and how more could be done to promote the scheme to higher rate UK taxpayers. He highlights current concerns on how EIS assets will be valued and what the government’s next budget may mean for both #entrepreneurs and #investors. Read this latest blog here: https://lnkd.in/ezUCgRnN As Executive Chairman of Oxford Innovation Finance’s angel investment community, OION, Jens understands the challenges facing early-stage innovative businesses. For over 30 years, Oxford Innovation Finance has been connecting investors with carefully selected businesses through OION, which is now one of the largest and most active angel investment networks in the UK. #angelinvestment #investment #investors #angelnetwork #OION #UKeconomy #businessangels #SMEs #startups #economicgrowth #EIS #eisfund #EISscheme #SEIS #innovation Oxford Innovation Space Oxford Innovation Advice David Crichton-Miller Richard Cooper Eileen Modral FRSA Steve Piercy Jo Stevens Jane Galsworthy