Fund profile
5Y Capital
Xuhui, China
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About
5Y Capital, formerly known as Morningside Venture Capital, is a prominent venture capital firm based in China. Established in 2008 by Richard Liu and Ken Shi, the firm specializes in early-stage investments across a range of sectors including technology, life sciences, digital media, and enterprise IT. With a focus on fostering innovation and supporting visionary entrepreneurs, 5Y Capital manages over $5 billion in assets, sourced from a diverse group of global investors such as sovereign wealth funds, family offices, and endowments. The firm has been an early investor in several notable companies including Xiaomi, Kuaishou, and WeDoctor, helping them scale into industry leaders. 5Y Capital takes a long-term approach, emphasizing deep partnerships with founders and a commitment to being involved from early funding stages through to later growth phases. Their investment philosophy prioritizes groundbreaking ideas that have the potential to disrupt industries, particularly in areas like AI, robotics, and biopharmaceuticals. With offices across Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen, and Hong Kong, 5Y Capital is well-positioned to tap into China's rapidly evolving tech landscape while also maintaining a global outlook. They are signatories of the UN Principles for Responsible Investment (UNPRI), underscoring their dedication to sustainable and ethical investing practices. 5Y Capital continues to be a key player in venture capital, supporting entrepreneurs who aim to shape the future of their industries.
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$465.4k
Historical average check
$50M
Historical max check
January 2024
Last investment date
291
Investments
Hardware. Robotics & IoT
Energy & Utilities
Software & Apps
Natural Resources
Other
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