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Venture Capital investment is still largely unknown territory for many private investors, but represents a dynamic area which has helped to create novel business models and even industries.
Our latest CIO Special report 'Venture Capital investing: returns and diversification' discusses how the sector is developing and its role in portfolios.
Topics covered include:
- The “life cycle” of Venture Capital investing, the role of Venture Capitalists in corporate development and recent developments in the industry
- Key sectors receiving investment, the reasons behind continued growth in Venture Capital investing during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the medium-term outlook
- Potential return and diversification benefits of Venture Capital investing within a portfolio – and the risks associated with this form of investment