
SV Investment Corp
Description
SV Investment Corp is a prominent venture capital and private equity firm based in Seoul, South Korea, established in 2006. The firm has grown to become a significant player in both the domestic and international investment landscapes, known for its multi-stage investment approach. With a robust portfolio and a focus on fostering innovation, SV Investment Corp actively seeks out promising companies across various sectors, from early-stage startups to mature businesses requiring growth capital or buyout solutions.
The firm's investment strategy is highly diversified, encompassing venture capital investments in seed, early-stage, and growth-stage companies, as well as private equity deals including buyouts and growth equity. SV Investment Corp manages a substantial amount of assets, with over ₩1.3 trillion KRW under management, which translates to approximately $1.0 billion USD, spread across various specialized funds. Their sector focus is broad, including information technology, bio/healthcare, content, and secondary markets, reflecting a comprehensive approach to identifying high-potential opportunities.
SV Investment Corp has built an impressive track record, having made significant investments in some of South Korea's most successful companies, such as e-commerce giant Coupang and gaming powerhouse Krafton, the creator of PUBG. The firm's global reach is evident through its dedicated "Global Healthcare Fund" and "Global Frontier Fund," which seek out innovative companies beyond South Korea's borders. As of recent data, SV Investment Corp boasts a strong record of successful exits, with over 30 portfolio companies achieving liquidity events, demonstrating their capability in identifying and nurturing high-growth ventures.
Through its strategic capital deployment and active support for portfolio companies, SV Investment Corp continues to play a pivotal role in driving technological advancement and economic growth. Their comprehensive investment mandate, spanning from initial seed funding to large-scale private equity transactions, positions them as a versatile and impactful investor in the global venture and private equity ecosystem.
Investor Profile
SV Investment Corp has backed more than 20 startups, with 8 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 8 rounds, about 40% of its total and boasts 2 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series A, Seed, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in South Korea, United States, China.
- Strong thematic focus on Information Technology, Software, Artificial Intelligence (AI).
- Led 5 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $1M – $40M.
Stage Focus
- Series A (30%)
- Seed (30%)
- Series Unknown (20%)
- Series B (10%)
- Series F (5%)
- Series C (5%)
Country Focus
- South Korea (50%)
- United States (35%)
- China (10%)
- Germany (5%)
Industry Focus
- Information Technology
- Software
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Manufacturing
- Tourism
- Medical
- Semiconductor
- Saas
- Robotics
- Sustainability
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