Sector-Specific CVC Introduction: Financial Industry

Investment Trends by Sector

This section introduces the general trends in Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) in the financial industry, along with information on individual CVCs' investment sectors, targets, and track records. It is useful for startups looking to raise funds and for those considering launching a CVC. You can also check the list of 270 CVCs below, which may be of help to you.

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CVC Investment Trends in the Financial Industry

This section summarizes the general characteristics of CVCs in the financial industry, including company overviews, investment policies, and track records of individual CVCs.

Common Characteristics as Companies

1. Promotion of Digital Transformation (DX): Many financial CVCs aim to develop new financial services using digital technologies, particularly focusing on fintech-related technologies and services.
2. Balancing Risk Management and Profitability: In selecting investments, financial CVCs focus on balancing risk management with profitability. They seek to ensure stable profits while exploring new business models.
3. Long-Term Perspective: CVCs prioritize investments aimed at future market changes and technological innovations, rather than short-term profits.

Common Investment Targets

1. Fintech: Investments are made in fintech startups using blockchain, AI-powered financial services, mobile payments, and more.
2. Digital Platforms: Many CVCs are investing in companies that aim to build financial platforms or enhance digital banking.
3. Risk Management Technologies: There is also significant investment in startups providing risk management and security technologies.

Notable Initiatives and Investments

1. Aflac Ventures Japan
   • Aflac focuses on investing in startups in the insurance technology and digital health sectors, with particular attention to technological innovations that improve customer experience.
2. GMO Payment Gateway
   • GMO invests in fintech-related startups to enhance payment platforms, particularly focusing on services that utilize security technologies and data analytics.
3. Mitsubishi UFJ Innovation Partners
   • Mitsubishi UFJ supports the development of financial services using blockchain and AI, with a focus on collaboration with global fintech companies.
4. Orix Capital
   • Orix invests in startups with renewable energy and environmental technologies, particularly focusing on investments that contribute to the realization of a sustainable society.
5. Sumitomo Life Insurance
   • Sumitomo Life invests in startups related to health management and preventive medicine, with a focus on developing services that utilize digital health technologies.

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Details of Individual CVCs

• Aflac Ventures Japan Co., Ltd.: Details
• AG Capital Co., Ltd.: Details
• DBJ Capital Co., Ltd.: Details
• GMO Payment Gateway Co., Ltd.: Details
• JA Mitsui Lease Co., Ltd.: Details
• JP Investment Co., Ltd.: Details
• NOBUNAGA Capital Village Co., Ltd.: Details
• SMBC Venture Capital Co., Ltd.: Details
• Aozora Corporate Investment Co., Ltd.: Details
• Iyo Gin Capital Co., Ltd.: Details
• Orix Capital Co., Ltd.: Details
• Kiraboshi Capital Co., Ltd.: Details
• Chibagin Capital Co., Ltd.: Details
• Tottori Capital Co., Ltd.: Details
• Hokuhoku Capital Co., Ltd.: Details
• Mizuho Capital Co., Ltd.: Details
• Mizuho Leasing Co., Ltd.: Details
• Resona Innovation Partners Co., Ltd.: Details
• Resona Capital Co., Ltd.: Details
• Yokohama Capital Co., Ltd.: Details
• FFG Venture Business Partners Co., Ltd.: Details
• Kiraboshi Consulting Co., Ltd.: Details
• Saison Ventures Co., Ltd.: Details
• Chugin Capital Partners Co., Ltd.: Details
• Hirogin Holdings Co., Ltd.: Details
• Kyoshin Social Capital Co., Ltd.: Details
• Hiroshima Venture Capital Co., Ltd.: Details
• Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation: Details
• Mitsubishi UFJ Innovation Partners Co., Ltd.: Details
• Sanin Godo Bank Co., Ltd.: Details
• Joyo Bank Co., Ltd.: Details
• Shizuoka Bank Co., Ltd.: Details
• Ashikaga Bank Co., Ltd.: Details
• Iwate Bank Co., Ltd.: Details
• Kyoto Capital Partners Co., Ltd.: Details
• Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Capital Co., Ltd.: Details
• Mitsubishi HC Capital Co., Ltd.: Details
• Mitsubishi UFJ Capital Co., Ltd.: Details
• Mitsubishi UFJ Bank Co., Ltd.: Details
• Yamaguchi Capital Co., Ltd.: Details
• Yamanashi Chuo Bank Co., Ltd.: Details
• Sumitomo Life Insurance: Details
• Shinsei Corporate Investment Co., Ltd.: Details
• Shizuoka Capital Co., Ltd.: Details
• Ogaki Kyoritsu Bank Co., Ltd.: Details
• Oita Venture Capital Co., Ltd.: Details
• Daiwa Corporate Investment Co., Ltd.: Details
• Ikeda Senshu Capital Co., Ltd.: Details
• Tokyo Marine Holdings Co., Ltd.: Details
• Sevenwoods Investment Co., Ltd.: Details
• Monex Ventures Co., Ltd.: Details
• Kinki Shinkin Bank Co., Ltd.: Details