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China's Venture Capital Market Report Q3 2008 Summary

Overall Q3 2008 Market Performance: The total venture capital (VC) investment in China reached US$1.026 billion, marking a 51.8% quarter-over-quarter increase in value, while the deal count rose slightly to 86 from 82 in the previous quarter, indicating a shift toward larger investments amid global economic turmoil.

Investment Sectors:

• TMT vs. Non-TMT: Both sectors contributed 43 deals each, with TMT securing $575 million (56.1% of total) and Non-TMT $451 million (43.9%).
• Internet Sector: Dominated with 20 deals and $267 million investment, led by activities in e-commerce and online video, which together accounted for significant portions.
• Medical & Healthcare: Notable with 8 deals totaling $62.95 million, particularly in pharmaceuticals with four deals receiving $49.63 million.
• Other Sectors: IT Services saw steady investment, Manufacturing, and Energy sectors also attracted funds, while Industrial Distribution highlights online video as a key hotspot.

Deal Analysis:

• Average Deal Size: Increased to $11.94 million, up 44.7% month-on-month, reflecting a trend toward larger investments and a focus on growth-stage projects due to a sluggish secondary market.
• Deal Size Distribution: 26.7% of deals involved investments between $5M-$10M, while several reached over $50M, indicating diversification in investment amounts.

Geographical Distribution:

• Key Regions: Beijing, Shanghai, and Jiangsu were primary investment hubs, accounting for 65.6% of total investments, with average deal sizes varying by region.

VC Representation:

• Overseas vs. Domestic: Overseas VC firms led with 62 deals and $878 million (85.5% of investment), whereas domestic firms handled 24 deals worth $148 million (27.9% of deals, 14.5% of value), showing a decline in local dominance.

Stage Analysis:

• Investment Focus: Growth-stage deals increased significantly, with $586 million invested, while maturity-stage deals saw a 450% rise quarter-on-quarter, reflecting VC prudence amid economic uncertainties.

Key Trends:

• Post-credit crunch, VC firms prioritized high-growth and pre-IPO projects, with average deal size expected to decrease in the future.
• Sectors like pharmaceuticals and online video are favored, driven by market potential and industry-specific demands.

Report Context: Prepared by analysts from ChinaVenture, this report provides detailed insights based on statistical data and charts, highlighting the evolving landscape of China's VC market in Q3 2008.