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VC Fund Series 4-Lifecycle of a VC Fund
8 minutes Posted Sep 15, 2021 at 11:55 pm.
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This episode is also available as a blog post: https://10leaves.ae/publications/difc/venture-capital-fund-lifecycle


Venture capital funds typically have long tenures, beginning the first closing and running for 8-10 years. Fund managers usually seek pre-determined extension periods (2-3 years for example) to allow them for a smooth exit from all investments.

Early termination is also possible, based on certain trigger events.

The lifecycle of a venture capital fund comprises:

  1. Fundraising.
  2. Investment period; and
  3. Divestment period.