Korean VC/PE Firms – 2025 H1 Deregistered Assets Rankings
This comprehensive analysis presents the top 20 Korean venture capital and private equity firms based on their deregistered assets during the first half of 2025. The data provides insights into market consolidation, fund maturation cycles, and strategic portfolio adjustments within Korea’s dynamic VC/PE ecosystem.
Top 20 Firms by Deregistered Assets (2025 H1)
| Rank | English Name | Korean Name | Deregistered Assets (KRW) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Korea Investment Partners | 한국투자파트너스 | ₩3,554.1 billion |
| 2 | KTB Network | KTB네트워크 | ₩2,177.5 billion |
| 3 | SBIA | SBIA | ₩2,069.5 billion |
| 4 | AD Investment | 에이디인베스트먼트 | ₩2,063.0 billion |
| 5 | IMM Investment | IMM인베스트먼트 | ₩1,798.7 billion |
| 6 | Now IPH | 나우이피에이치 | ₩1,583.4 billion |
| 7 | Shinhan Venture Investment | 신한벤처투자 | ₩1,470.6 billion |
| 8 | 2080 | 이구공팔 | ₩1,416.5 billion |
| 9 | Smilegate Investment | 스마일게이트인베스트먼트 | ₩1,410.7 billion |
| 10 | Intervest | 인터로스 | ₩1,337.8 billion |
| 11 | DSC Investment | DSC인베스트먼트 | ₩1,257.0 billion |
| 12 | Chungnam Technopark | 충남테크노파크 | ₩1,229.6 billion |
| 13 | McKenzie Investment Partners | 마켄지투자파트너스 | ₩1,148.5 billion |
| 14 | SV Investment | SV인베스트먼트 | ₩1,099.4 billion |
| 15 | STIC Investment | 스틱인베스트먼트 | ₩1,086.2 billion |
| 16 | Capital 21st Century | 캐피탈이십일세기 | ₩1,065.0 billion |
| 17 | Named Investment | 네임드인베스트먼트 | ₩969.3 billion |
| 18 | Typo Investment | 타이포인베스트먼트 | ₩936.8 billion |
| 19 | Mirae Asset | 미래에셋 | ₩891.3 billion |
| 20 | Premier Partners | 프리미어파트너스 | ₩885.1 billion |
Market Analysis & Key Insights
Fund Lifecycle Management
The deregistration data reflects the natural fund lifecycle in Korea’s VC/PE market, with established firms like Korea Investment Partners and KTB Network leading in terms of fund closures and portfolio exits.
Industry Consolidation Trends
- Total Deregistered Value: ₩29.4 trillion across top 20 firms
- Market Leaders: Korea Investment Partners dominated with ₩3.6 trillion in deregistered assets
- Sector Diversity: Mix of traditional VC, PE, and corporate venture arms
Strategic Implications
- Portfolio Maturation: High deregistration volumes indicate successful exit strategies and fund completions
- Capital Reallocation: Firms are actively managing portfolio transitions and fund structures
- Market Evolution: Reflects Korea’s maturing VC/PE ecosystem with established exit mechanisms
Regional Distribution
The list includes both Seoul-based major players and regional investment entities like Chungnam Technopark, demonstrating the geographic spread of Korea’s venture capital infrastructure.
Fund Strategy Insights
- Traditional PE Firms: Korea Investment Partners, SBIA leading in large-scale deregistrations
- Corporate VC: Smilegate Investment and other corporate venture arms active in portfolio management
- Bank-affiliated: Shinhan Venture Investment representing financial institution-backed funds
Methodology & Data Sources
- Reporting Period: January – June 2025
- Data Source: Korean VC/PEF Registration Authority
- Currency: Korean Won (KRW)
- Scope: Registered Korean VC/PE firms with significant deregistered assets
Last Updated: August 2025 | Source: 2025 H1 Korean VC/PEF Deregistration Status Report