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Value of venture capital investment in the United States 2018, by industry

Value of venture capital investment in the United States in 2nd quarter 2018, by industry (Figures expressed in millions of U.S. dollars, unless otherwise specified)

The data displays the value of venture capital investment in the U.S. in the second quarter of 2018, by industry. In the second quarter of 2018, the value of VC investments in the United States internet industry amounted to approx. 8.94 billion USD.

Venture capital is defined as temporary equity investment in young, innovative, non-listed companies that stand out on the market. Although the companies lack the current earning power, they have above-average growth potential, which makes them an attractive investment opportunity.

Internet 8939.89
Healthcare 5292.98
Mobile & Telecommunications 3422.19
Software (non-internet/mobile) 1786.08
Computer Hardware & Services 713.99
Industrial 443.55
Electronics 438.37
Consumer Products & Services 387.75
Business Products & Services 378.57
Energy & Utilities 271.46
Food & Beverages 266.26
Agriculture 170.37
Financial 138.87
Leisure 103.25
Automotive & Transportation 86.5
Environmental Services & Equipment 65.2
Retail (non-internet/mobile) 26.75
Media (Traditional) 26.5