Archive · 20 Jan 2026
Venture Capital Fundraising Remains Low in 2024
In 2024, venture capital firms raised $2.8 billion through 38 new funds, which is similar to the previous year but much lower than the peak in 2022.
The cautious approach was due to political uncertainties and economic conditions.
However, sectors like deep tech, space tech, and AI attracted more attention.
With more certainty in the political environment, 2025 is expected to be better for fundraising.
Additionally, over 25 startups are expected to go public this year, which could lead to significant exits for VCs.
Limited partners (LPs) typically expect a minimum return of 25% on their investments.
Venture capital fundraising in 2024 remained low at $2.8 billion across 38 new funds, similar to 2023's $2.1 billion.
Political uncertainties and economic conditions contributed to the cautious approach by investors.
Sectors like deep tech, space tech, and AI attracted more attention from limited partners (LPs).
Over 25 startups are expected to go public in 2025, potentially leading to significant exits for VCs.
Limited partners (LPs) typically expect a minimum return of 25% on their investments in venture capital.
- Who
- Venture capital firms and limited partners (LPs)
- What
- Venture capital fundraising in 2024
- When
- 2024
- Where
- Globally, with a focus on India
- Why
- Due to political uncertainties and cautious investor approach
- Total Funds Raised in 2024
- $2.8 billion
- Number of New Funds in 2024
- 38
- Total Funds Raised in 2023
- $2.1 billion
- Number of New Funds in 2023
- 30
- Record VC Exits in 2024
- $4.06 billion
- Expected IPOs in 2025
- Over 25 startups
- LP Expected Returns
- Minimum 25% IRR
- IvyCap Ventures Third Fund
- Rs 2,100 crore ($251 million)