
FutureCap
Description
Future Capital (未来资本), headquartered in Beijing, China, is a highly regarded early-stage venture capital firm with a strong focus on the internet and technology sectors. Established in 2014, the firm has quickly ascended to become a significant player in China's dynamic venture ecosystem, known for its keen eye for disruptive innovation and promising entrepreneurial talent. Future Capital primarily targets companies in their seed, Pre-A, and Series A funding rounds, seeking to partner with founders who are building next-generation businesses across various internet-driven domains.
The firm's investment strategy is characterized by a deep dive into emerging trends within the Chinese digital economy. Future Capital actively seeks opportunities in areas such as consumer internet, enterprise services, artificial intelligence, big data, and new retail. They are particularly interested in business models that leverage technology to create significant market advantages or address large, underserved markets. Beyond capital, Future Capital is known for its hands-on approach, providing strategic guidance, industry resources, and operational support to its portfolio companies, aiming to accelerate their growth and market penetration.
Future Capital has built an impressive track record, having been an early backer of several now-prominent Chinese tech giants. Their ability to identify and support future market leaders early in their development has cemented their reputation. For initial investments, Future Capital typically deploys first checks ranging from approximately $500,000 to $7,000,000 USD, depending on the stage and specific needs of the startup. This flexible approach allows them to engage with companies from nascent ideas to those with proven traction, providing crucial early-stage capital that can be pivotal for scaling operations and achieving product-market fit. Their strategic foresight and robust post-investment support make them a sought-after partner for ambitious startups in China.
Investor Profile
FutureCap has backed more than 21 startups, with 7 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 3 rounds, about 14% of its total and boasts 6 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series A, Seed, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in China, United States.
- Strong thematic focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), Robotics, Information Technology.
- Led 1 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $500K – $7M.
Stage Focus
- Series A (29%)
- Seed (19%)
- Series B (14%)
- Series Unknown (14%)
- Series C (14%)
- Angel (5%)
- Series E (5%)
Country Focus
- China (95%)
- United States (5%)
Industry Focus
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Robotics
- Information Technology
- Manufacturing
- Transportation
- Information Services
- Saas
- Automotive
- Content Creators
- Generative Ai
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