💰 Where We Are & Where We’re Going: What’s in Store for VC in 2022
2021 was, perhaps unexpectedly, a record-breaking year for venture capital. The year saw 27% more deals closing compared to 2021, and the capital invested rose by an incredible 98% to nearly $330 billion. (Forbes)
Will 2022 keep up?
The industry is facing higher interest rates, falling valuations, smaller corporate budgets, and slower growth. (Tomasz Tunguz)
But it’s not all bad news. While we’re unlikely to break or even reach last year’s records, experts predict that funding will remain strong in 2022—somewhere between what we saw in 2020 and last year. (4 Degrees)
There are also some interesting industries to watch that experts expect to receive the lion’s share of VC funding. (4 Degrees)
They include:
✅ Fintech
✅ Biotech and healthcare technology
✅ Cybersecurity
Interested in learning more about what’s in store for VC in 2022? Take a look at the file below. 👇
What excites you most about the VC world in the coming years? Please share in the comments. 🗯️
Credit: Tomasz Tunguz