
Mirae Asset Capital
Description
Mirae Asset Capital is a prominent South Korean investment firm and a key subsidiary of the globally recognized Mirae Asset Financial Group, headquartered in Seoul. Established as a vital component of one of Asia's largest financial conglomerates, Mirae Asset Capital plays a crucial role in the group's venture capital, private equity, and structured finance activities. Leveraging the extensive resources and global network of its parent company, which manages over $500 billion in assets under management globally, Mirae Asset Capital has built a reputation for its strategic investments across diverse sectors and geographies.
The firm's investment strategy is characterized by its broad mandate, encompassing early-stage startups through to mature, growth-stage companies. Mirae Asset Capital primarily focuses on sectors poised for significant disruption and growth, including technology, healthcare, fintech, e-commerce, and consumer goods. They are known for their long-term investment horizon and their ability to provide substantial capital to support portfolio companies' expansion plans, both domestically and internationally. Their typical initial investment for venture deals ranges from approximately $3 million for promising early-stage companies to over $70 million for significant growth-stage opportunities, reflecting their flexible approach to capital deployment.
Mirae Asset Capital has cultivated a robust portfolio of high-growth companies, participating in numerous high-profile funding rounds globally. Notable investments include stakes in leading technology platforms and innovative startups across Asia, North America, and Europe. The firm often collaborates with other leading venture capital firms and strategic partners, providing not only financial capital but also strategic guidance and access to their vast network. This collaborative approach, combined with their deep industry expertise and substantial capital base, positions Mirae Asset Capital as a formidable and influential investor in the global venture and private equity landscape.
Investor Profile
Mirae Asset Capital has backed more than 50 startups, with 10 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 6 rounds, about 12% of its total and boasts 11 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series B, Series C, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, South Korea, Germany.
- Strong thematic focus on Biotechnology, Health Care, Medical.
- Led 3 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $3M – $70M.
Stage Focus
- Series B (42%)
- Series C (18%)
- Series A (16%)
- Series D (8%)
- Series Unknown (6%)
- Seed (6%)
- Series E (2%)
- Convertible Note (2%)
Country Focus
- United States (52%)
- South Korea (40%)
- Germany (2%)
- Hong Kong (2%)
- India (2%)
- France (2%)
Industry Focus
- Biotechnology
- Health Care
- Medical
- Pharmaceutical
- Therapeutics
- Information Technology
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Software
- E-commerce
- Marketplace
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