Corporate venture capital (CVC) deployment declined 18% quarter-over-quarter as parent corporations prioritize operational efficiency over speculative tech bets. Funding is now heavily skewed toward late-stage enterprise software providers boasting clear paths to profitability.
Valuation Realignment
Series C and D valuations have corrected by an average of 25% from 2022 peaks. Founders seeking growth equity must demonstrate net revenue retention above 115% and positive unit economics to secure capital in the current environment.