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CHF 1.1B investments in Swiss Startups for H1 2024 (-10% H1 2023). That's back to normal and roughly half of the record year 2022. CHF 11m, the figure for average valuation of seed rounds in 2024, I doubt (up from 6.9M in 2022). https://lnkd.in/eNrHXMiY

Tougher times in startup financing - but there are also good news: biotech and early-stage investments are on the rise. Learn more in the latest update of the Swiss Venture Capital Report 2024, published by Startupticker.ch, SECA - Swiss Private Equity & Corporate Finance Association, and Startup.ch: https://lnkd.in/ek7uNCKk #SwissStartups #VentureCapital #Switzerland

Investors see potential in more profound and defensible innovations💸 The volume of global venture investment experienced a sharp reduction, dropping by around 50% from its zenith in 2021. This trend was mirrored in Europe, which saw a decline in the magnitude of investments, albeit the quantity of deals remained relatively stable. Growth-stage startups felt the brunt of this downturn, while early-stage ventures continued to garner investor interest. 👇 Read more below 👇 #startupsmagazine #startups #entrepreneur #investors #innovations

What does it take to become a Venture Capitalist❓ The SFA Women in Fintech Subcommittee is proud to present an exclusive Webinar Masterclass Series in Venture Capital, in collaboration with Fintech Nation and Insignia Ventures Academy. 💼 Whether you're hoping to launch your career in venture capital or seeking investment insights to grow your startup, this crash course will provide you with the knowledge and tools to succeed. What’s more, you’ll be awarded a Certificate of Completion upon attending all three workshops!✅ Designed for aspiring VCs, investors, fund managers, ambitious founders, or anyone simply curious about what it takes to be a VC, this is your gateway to understanding the exciting world of venture capital and how to thrive in this space! Step into the shoes of an investor and gain unparalleled knowledge for a comprehensive understanding of the industry. Adapted from the VC Accelerator/Certificate in Venture Capital program, this edition of VC Catalyst will feature three workshops: ▸ Workshop 1: Crunching the Numbers: Unlocking Startup Valuation and Market Potential ▸ Workshop 2: Sector Deep Dive and Thesis-Driven Investing and Sourcing for Early-Stage Startups ▸ Workshop 3: From Seed to Success: Navigating the Startup Fundraising Journey This masterclass series is crafted to help you: 1️⃣ Gain an understanding of early-stage investment terms 2️⃣ Understand the business behind venture capital in Southeast Asia 3️⃣ Learn how venture capital evaluates early-stage companies The first workshop will be held as follows: 🗓️ 16 October 2024, Wednesday 🕒 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm 📍Online (Zoom link will be provided upon registration) In this workshop, participants will delve into the quantitative foundations essential for successful venture capital investing. The session equips participants with the framework to evaluate startup opportunities based on factors such as revenue potential, market dynamics, competitive positioning, and growth projections. Please refer to the registration page for more details.🔍 Register now: https://lnkd.in/g9gfmm5W Don't miss this chance to accelerate your journey in the world of venture capital. #VentureCapital #MasterClass #WomenInFinTech #Investment #StartUp Tawishi Singh | Eelee Lua | Pauline Wray | Yi Nah Yeo | Chandrima Das | Mansi Chopra | Dyane Blythe Uy | Vanessa Ho Shadab Taiyabi | Khai Lin Sng | Chye Kit Chionh | Scott Krivokopich | Adrian Ang | Adrian Chng | Bernard Chan| Matthew Lovatt | Pauline Sim | Shi Mei Chin | Tan Chun Hao | Reuben Lim | Shakeel Rashid | Swati Sodhani | Adeline, Bee Yen Lau (ACII) | Sylvia Saw McKaige | Gwendolyn Loh | Christine Chua | Samantha Soong | Chung Wei Tat | Lucas Kuek | Kayleen Tan

Angel investors, you fuel startup innovation. Find a founder and startup that passes your “Wizard of Oz” test. This key message from Chris Danek’s recent Investment Immersion Summit panel discussion builds on his keynote, which stated that angels are as crucial to startups as founders. Chris advised angels to put their brains, hearts, and courage to work with observations and insights in the panel “Raising Capital from Angel Investors: Founder's Perspective.” ➢ Heart: Find a founder and startup with a vision that fits you.  As Beto Pallares shared, startup investors are out to change the world. This happens through the impact of the innovations they develop and the economic engine of startups. ➢ Brain: Ensure you’re convinced the opportunity, solution, and team are worth an investment and that the deal is structured correctly for the startup, founders, and investors. And make sure your brain and intuition (gut) agree! There is no penalty for passing on an investment. Many startups are NOT investable, and those that are may not be right for you. Spend enough time with the team to build trust among the startup team and between angels and founders. Take the time to establish your trust in the character and competence of the team. ➢ Courage: Angels fuel startup innovation.  It takes courage to invest, and founders are counting on you to fill a void left by venture capital investors. Be courageous but not reckless: make sure your investment amount takes risk and the need for later-round investments into account. Consider Investing through an angel group. This is a great way to increase your confidence in diligence, evaluate deal structure, and potentially ensure access to additional investment in later rounds. This call for angels to fill a vacuum in #medicaldevice investing left by venture investors is clear in HSBC Innovation Banking’s recent report on healthcare venture investing. (LINK in comments). With the current #PoweredbyBessel cohort, Jonathan Norris shared his insights that financings for clinical-stage PMA and commercial-stage 510K companies are heating up. From the report summary: “Overall, PMA pivotal trial and 510(k) commercialization rounds attracted capital from VC, growth, crossovers, and corporates. In 2023, one in three investor-led Series B and later ned device deals experienced down rounds, which declined to 20% in 1H 2024.” Despite this encouraging trend, earlier-stage venture financings still remain exceedingly hard to secure. Carefully made angel investments will fuel innovations too early for venture capital support. Thanks to the participating angel investors for interaction and insights, and to the Hunt Center for Entrepreneurship, Carlos Murguia Maximo Gamez, and Beto Pallares for organizing this excellent program. Arrowhead Center at NMSU #angelinvesting #Startups #Entrepreneurship

Reporting live with your weekly VC update... In the second quarter of 2024, U.S. venture capital investment soared to $55.6 billion, marking a substantial increase from $35.4 billion the previous year. Despite a slight decrease in the number of deals, this period saw a significant uptick in average deal sizes, indicating a strong focus on supporting high-performing companies with promising growth trajectories. Sectors such as software and biotech experienced notable increases in investment activity, reflecting confidence in innovative technologies and healthcare advancements. Read More Here: https://lnkd.in/e8mEJiYt Inc. Magazine Brian Contreras #business #VentureCapital #AI #startups Branded Hospitality Ventures Hospitality Headline Newsletter Chuck Clarvit James Bernard Matthew Goldberg

Discover, assess, invest: 6 steps to a successful early-stage deal By 2025, AI will play a pivotal role in making decisions about early-stage investments. However, AI alone cannot craft the perfect investment strategy. Humans remain at the helm, relying on their experience and intuition 📈 📌 In her latest article, I shared insights on developing an effective investment strategy to achieve your goals, determining the size of the investment, selecting promising startups, and building a portfolio. #vc #venturecapital #startups #insvestmentstrategy

Swiss investors were still active in 2023 despite the decline in the amount of capital invested and the number of exits in Swiss start-ups, according to the Swiss Venture Capital Report. The report, which provides an overview of financing rounds and investments, showed that ICT start-ups were particularly hard hit, with a 62% decrease in investments from the previous year. The canton of Zurich saw a sharp decline in invested capital, while Zug continued its growth with a new record of CHF 457 million. Although the number of exits shrank dramatically, it's still above pre-pandemic levels. https://lnkd.in/d3wnkSCC Tenity #startups #switzerland #venturecapital #innovation

Unlock the secrets of 2024 : State of Venture Capital and Startups on Jan 4th, 9am (Hong Kong Time). Will 2024 be better than 2023? Welcome to join with Edith Yeung and Alfred Chuang at this FoundersHK discussion on this topic of "A 2024 Outlook for Venture Capital, Technology and Startups". Here's what's on the agenda: 1. How the global tension impact venture investment allocation and strategies 2. Will startup valuation be shifted and adjusted further in 2024? 3. Will IPO and M&A make a comeback in 2024? 4. What industries and sectors are we are bullish or bearish on 👉 Secure your spot NOW! Register here: https://lnkd.in/gatemBuc Don't miss this chance to gain insights that will shape the narrative of 2024! #AlibabaEntrepreneursFund #AEF #AEFHongKong #AEFHK #startup #阿里巴巴創業者基金 #初創 #entrepreneurship #STaRTUp #2024Outlook #FoundersHK #RegisterNow

2023 Venture Report, TLDR: UK x Early Stage ✅ Everything else 🥀 PitchBook published their 2023 European Venture Report ↳ VC deal values in 2023 were down 45.6% YoY at €571.bn. ✅ The UK & Ireland accounted for 33.9% of the region's deal value in 2023, maintaining their position as the dominant force in the European VC landscape. ✅ Deals from companies like YgEia3, Conigital, Getir, and Abound contributed to the robust activity in the region & a strong prediction that the UK will continue to drive the majority of activity into 2024. ✅ Standout exits over the year 2023 included the acquisitions of InstaDeep ($549m) by BioNTech SE and Velocity Black ($80m) by Capital One ✅ Other notable UK activity in the market includes: £75bn to be directed from pension funds into startups via British Business Bank vehicles. Launch of the Research Ventures Catalyst Fund targeting investment toward early-stage, science based technologies. ❌ However, public listings continued to fall behind, with concerns around the competitiveness of the London Stock Exchange (LSE) emerging with some notable companies considering delisting whilst others choosing to list elsewhere. ❌ The House of Commons Treasury Committee concluded that 'high-potential firms in other UK regions and nations struggle for access to capital'. ❌ The upcoming general election in the UK in 2024 and potential changes to regulation could influence investor decisions, emphasising the impact of regulatory and political developments on the investment landscape. ↳ Despite the market correction in 2023, the ability of early-stage ventures to weather fluctuations and attract capital is both, a positive data point and signal for the market. *** If you enjoyed this, repost it for others ♻ follow me Asif Ahmed for more in the future.