... demonstrating a robust revival following several years of decline. Venture capitalists are once again actively funding technology companies, with unprecedented capital-raising deals being struck and startup plans for going public returning to the agenda. Major corporations are resuming bold investments, launching new funds, while governments across various nations are ramping up support for innovation, keen to keep pace in the global technological race. Preliminary data indicates that the total venture financing volume in the first half of 2025 reached its highest level since early 2022. In the second quarter, global investments in startups amounted to about $90–91 billion, representing an approximate 10–12% increase compared to the previous year....

... year's level, as institutional LPs are more cautious in investing in this asset class following weak performances in recent years. The average time to raise a new fund has increased to about 15 months, and many new fund managers are struggling to find financing. Nevertheless, market leaders easily close their mega-funds, and the ecosystem continues to be enriched with new players featuring unconventional strategies. Large corporations are forming corporate venture subsidiaries (for example, the chipmaker Analog Devices has launched the AD Ventures fund to invest in robotics, climate, and medtech projects; Google is forming a new $200 million fund exclusively for AI through ...

... fintech, artificial intelligence, and infrastructure projects. The venture market in the CIS is also reviving: local funds and corporations are beginning to invest more actively in their startups, and the state is launching targeted initiatives. For instance,... ... specialized fund worth several billion rubles is being discussed with participation from the Center for Unmanned Systems to finance companies in the drone and AI sectors. All of this indicates that venture growth is gradually encompassing the world, ...

... where venture capitalists receive a return on their investment. This may happen through an IPO, sale of the company to a larger corporation or a share buyback. Startup example: Open Oil Market The startup Open Oil Market is an innovative platform in the ... ... venture capitalists. Raising capital helps accelerate development and achieve strategic goals. Successful examples of venture financing in the Russian market There are several successful examples of companies in the Russian market that managed to attract ...

... from the Central Bank of Russia. The recent reduction of the key rate by the Central Bank to 18% per annum has slightly eased financing conditions; however, the level remains elevated. High rates make ruble assets more attractive for investors and help ... ... significant movement, reflecting a mixed influence of internal and external factors. High oil prices and expectations of strong corporate results supported stock quotes in the oil and gas and raw materials sectors. At the same time, persistent geopolitical ...