Korea’s venture capital firms poised to grow, no bubble seen in market

April 19, 2026

 

The industrywide performance also improved markedly in 2025, with the top 20 VCs’ combined operating profit more than doubling to $218 million

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South Korea’s venture capital industry has staged a sharp earnings recovery, with leading firms posting a “V-shaped” rebound as buoyant equity markets boosted exits and portfolio valuations.

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