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Corporate Venture Capital

Corporate Venture Capital, also known as CVC, is an investment fund whose sole LP (Limited Partner) is a corporation.

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What is a Corporate Venture Capital?

Corporate Venture Capital, also known as CVC, is an investment fund whose sole LP (Limited Partner) is a corporation.

In a CVC, the investment thesis aligns with the corporation’s interests and industries. Often, this investment strategy aims to acquire the company in the future.

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