The venture capital landscape across Asia has experienced a significant downturn as funding availability reached levels unseen in over a decade. Investors are increasingly cautious amid persistent economic headwinds, geopolitical tensions, and regulatory shifts in key markets. This contraction has been particularly pronounced in sectors that previously attracted rapid investor enthusiasm, including technology, fintech, and health startups.

Several factors contribute to this alarming slump:

  • Global economic uncertainty, driven by inflationary pressures and shifting monetary policies.
  • Heightened risk aversion from venture capital firms prioritizing more mature, lower-risk assets.
  • Regulatory clampdowns in regions like China, impacting deal flow and startup valuations.
  • Market corrections resulting in fewer mega-round investments and company valuations reset.
RegionFunding YTD 2024 (Billion USD)% Change from 2023
China12.3-48%
India7.8-30%
SEA (Southeast Asia)3.5-40%
Japan & Korea2.9-22%