Swiss Venture Capital Report 2023 Media Presentation (Swiss Venture Capital Report (startupticker))

Summary

• ICT/Fintech surpassed CHF 2 billion, with ICT invested capital growing by 72%.p.10
• Cleantech experienced strong momentum with capital growth of +291%, whereas Biotech declined by 47%.p.10
• Seed funding increased significantly with invested seed capital rising by 93% and representing 43% of round activities.p.12
• A total of 30 companies secured financing rounds above 20 million, with 5 raising over 100 million.p.13
• Canton Zurich maintained its dominant position by capturing over CHF 2 billion, reflecting a 53% share of total investment.p.17
• A record total of 55 new funds were recorded in fundraising status.p.6

Key insights

1. Swiss venture capital funds registered a record number of 55 new funds in fundraising.p.6
2. Swiss investors participated in 10 of the top 20 venture financing rounds.p.5
3. Cleantech saw two companies raise more than CHF 50 million for the first time.p.5
4. Financing rounds between 10-20 million CHF recorded the highest growth in volume of rounds at +47%.p.14
5. Biotech funding experienced a sharp decline of -47% in total capital.p.10
6. Zurich led cantonal distribution with a 65% growth rate and a 53% market share.p.17
7. MedAlliance was recorded as a unicorn exit during the period.p.20