Eight Roads Ventures

Eight Roads Ventures is a prominent global venture capital firm, distinguished by its extensive reach and substantial financial backing from Fidelity International. The firm manages over $11 billion in assets, operating from key offices in the UK, China, India, Japan, and the US. This global footprint enables Eight Roads to offer portfolio companies not only capital but also strategic insights and access to a vast international network, leveraging deep local market expertise across diverse geographies.

The firm's investment strategy is primarily focused on high-growth companies within the technology and healthcare sectors. In Europe and the US, their typical investment sweet spot spans from Series A to Series C rounds, targeting innovative solutions in areas such as enterprise SaaS, fintech, and digital health. In Asian markets, their investment scope broadens to encompass consumer and financial services, adapting to regional market dynamics and opportunities. Eight Roads emphasizes building long-term partnerships, providing operational support and leveraging its global ecosystem to help portfolio companies scale.

Eight Roads Ventures typically commits initial investments ranging from $5 million to over $50 million, showcasing its flexibility to support companies across various growth stages. The firm boasts a robust track record of backing successful ventures, with notable investments in companies like Alibaba, Icertis, and Toast, underscoring its ability to identify and nurture future market leaders. Recent capital raises, including a $450 million European fund and a $250 million India fund, both closed in 2022, further solidify their commitment to these strategic regions and their capacity for significant capital deployment.