Corporate VC Gains Strength

Corporate venture capital investment reached its highest levels since 2001 in the first half of 2007, with $1.3 billion invested in 390 deals. This represented the highest percentage of total deals (21.4%) and dollars (9.2%) for corporate venture capital since 2001. Several corporate venture capital groups commented that their investments were increasing and providing startups access to their expertise, resources and markets. The high levels of corporate investment demonstrate growing confidence and support for entrepreneurs developing new technologies.