Trump Presidency Impact on Venture Capital

Trump Presidency Impact on Venture Capital

Proof Point

Upfront Ventures survey found two-thirds of venture capitalists believe Trump presidency will have limited to no impact on venture capital, with only 27% concerned or worried

Trump Presidency Impact on Venture Capital

2017 (percentage of respondents)

Note: Data based on Upfront Ventures VC Survey conducted January 2017 covering 115 respondents, majority from U.S. and some from rest of world

Proof Point Findings

  • Limited to No Impact – Two-thirds of venture capitalists surveyed by Upfront Ventures think Trump presidency will have limited to no impact on venture capital
  • Concerned or Worried – 27% of respondents concerned or worried about impact of Trump’s policies will make on venture capital
  • Few Positive Impact – Only 7% believe Trump presidency would be very beneficial to venture capitalists
  • Key Drivers – Include social, economic, political and foreign policies implemented by Trump administration on key areas such as immigration, labor, and trade relations, as well as gender and religious diversity

Market Disruption

Sector

Financial Services

Source

Date Last Updated

September 10, 2017

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