Venture Capital
The fund’s launch comes as Origgin Ventures officially launched its Japanese operations in Fukuoka.
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Switzerland's SIFEM reups in Excelsior Vietnam Capital with $20m commitment
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ZUZU Hospitality raises $5.9m Series B extension to scale AI offerings
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SG's Qapita issues shares worth $26.5m to new and existing investors
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India's TransBnk raises $25m Series B led by Swiggy-backer Bessemer
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SG’s Origgin Ventures to co-manage $30m fund for Japan deeptech spinoffs
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The LP View
Secondary funds account for more than 23% of the firm’s AUM.
Private Equity
Its unsolicited and sweetened bid handily bests a rival offer from Minebea Mitsumi.
Deals
Dwindling growth in the domestic financial market has prompted Japanese companies to explore overseas options.
PE deals will likely exceed the $40.3 billion total racked up in 2023.
The deal marks Lunate’s strategic expansion into hedge funds.
IPOs & Markets
Shares of Nissan ended the day more than 6% lower.
Policy & Regulations
Sixfold increase aims to prevent abuse, but risks deterring business creators.
The company could receive listing approval from the Tokyo Stock Exchange as soon as late September.
The sale indicates investor concern over the prospects for Nissan’s turnaround plan.
