Description:Korea Investment Partners (KIP) operates as the venture capital and private equity arm of Korea Investment Holdings (KIH), one of the largest private financial groups in South Korea. With a robust foundation established over 37 years in the investment sector, KIP has cultivated a distinguished track record in managing a diversified portfolio of investments. Currently, KIP oversees 58 funds, boasting assets under management (AUM) amounting to approximately USD 4 billion.
Since its inception, KIP has successfully liquidated 18 funds, achieving an impressive average multiple of 20 times and an internal rate of return (IRR) of 16.7%. In 2021, KIP demonstrated its commitment to fostering innovation by investing around USD 500 million in promising startups, both within Korea and on a global scale. This investment constituted roughly 10% of the total capital deployed by all venture capital firms in Korea, highlighting KIP’s prominent role in the industry.
KIP continues to expand its global footprint with offices located in key markets, including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Singapore, and the United States. This geographical diversification underlines KIP’s strategic vision as it seeks to strengthen its presence in the global venture capital landscape, positioning itself as a forward-thinking leader dedicated to supporting the growth of innovative companies around the world.