JAFCO Asia

JAFCO Asia is a venture capital firm based in Singapore, investing in technology companies across Asia, excluding Japan. As a wholly owned subsidiary of JAFCO, it provides funding and strategic support to high-growth startups, aiming for returns through exits like IPOs. The firm's portfolio has included companies such as Tudou, ChinaCache, Teabox, and HiSoft. Its parent, JAFCO, has historically invested in nearly 3,000 companies, with approximately 750 achieving IPOs, and was originally backed by entities like Nomura Securities and MUFG Bank. Established in 1990 as a joint venture between JAFCO and Nomura in Singapore, JAFCO acquired full control in 1999. Its business model centers on raises and manages venture capital funds to invest in early-stage companies, earning returns through exits like IPOs.