SDIC Venture Capital

SDIC Venture Capital is a prominent state-backed venture capital firm based in Beijing, China, established by the State Development and Investment Corporation (SDIC). As a key player in China's strategic investment landscape, the firm is mandated to support and foster the growth of high-tech and emerging industries that align with national development priorities. Its investment strategy is deeply integrated with China's long-term economic and industrial upgrading goals, aiming to guide social capital into critical sectors.

The firm primarily focuses on strategic emerging industries, including advanced manufacturing, new generation information technology, biotechnology, new energy, new materials, and high-end equipment. SDIC Venture Capital manages multiple funds, notably the National Emerging Industry Venture Capital Guidance Fund, which was established with a substantial initial capital of approximately 40 billion RMB (around $5.5 billion USD). This significant capital base allows the firm to make substantial investments and play a leading role in large funding rounds.

SDIC Venture Capital typically invests in growth and late-stage companies, often participating in Series B, C, and later rounds. Their investments are characterized by a long-term perspective, aiming to support companies through various stages of development until they achieve market leadership or successful exits. The firm has built an extensive portfolio, with public databases indicating over 200 investments across various strategic sectors, underscoring its active role in shaping China's innovation ecosystem.