Venture Debt - Caribbean | Statista Market Forecast

The country in the Caribbean is projected to see a Total Capital Raised in the Venture Debt market market reaching US$7.35m in 2024.
Traditional Venture Debt is expected to dominate the market with a projected market volume of US$7.35m in 2024.
In global comparison, the United States will lead in Capital Raised with US$22.4bn in 2024.
The Caribbean Venture Debt market is gaining traction as local startups seek alternative financing options for growth and expansion.

Definition:

The Venture Debt market refers to a form of equity and debt financing combination, which is used to finance early stage and growth stage capital-backed companies. Besides equity funding rounds, business can seek venture debt that minimizes ownership dilution and governance requirements to increase the cash runway to reach the next milestone or even provide a cushion for delays.

Structure:

The market consists of two segments:
- The Traditional Venture Debt market refers to a form of debt financing that is often provided to venture-backed companies to either buy new equipment, meet a deficiency of short-term capital, or support expansion plans.
- The Growth Venture Debt market refers to a form of debt financing that is often structured with warrants or options, which provides a rapid development stage in which businesses can support their long-term oriented growth plans.
The market data comprises of the amount of capital raised, number of deals, and average deal size.

Key players in this market are companies such as Wells Fargo and Hercules Capital.

Use the info button next to the boxes for more information on the data displayed.

Venture Capital
Venture Debt funds are sponsors by governments

The Venture Debt market in Caribbean has been steadily developing in recent years, driven by customer preferences, trends in the market, local special circumstances, and underlying macroeconomic factors. Customer preferences in the Caribbean region have played a significant role in the growth of the Venture Debt market.

Entrepreneurs and startups in the region are increasingly looking for alternative financing options to fund their business ventures. Traditional bank loans often come with strict requirements and high interest rates, making them less attractive to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Venture debt offers a more flexible and accessible financing option, allowing entrepreneurs to access capital without diluting their ownership stakes.

This preference for venture debt is driven by the desire to maintain control and ownership of their businesses while still securing the necessary funding. Trends in the market also contribute to the development of the Venture Debt market in the Caribbean. The region has seen a rise in the number of startups and entrepreneurial activities, particularly in sectors such as technology, renewable energy, and tourism.

These emerging industries require significant upfront investments, and venture debt provides a viable solution for entrepreneurs to bridge the funding gap. Additionally, there has been an increase in the number of venture capital firms and angel investors operating in the Caribbean, creating a more favorable ecosystem for venture debt financing. Local special circumstances further support the growth of the Venture Debt market in the Caribbean.

The region is known for its vibrant and diverse entrepreneurial community, with many innovative ideas and business concepts emerging. However, access to traditional financing options can be challenging due to the limited availability of venture capital and angel investors. Venture debt fills this gap by providing entrepreneurs with the necessary capital to fund their growth and expansion plans.

Furthermore, the Caribbean's proximity to the United States and its strong economic ties with North America have attracted international investors and lenders, further boosting the availability of venture debt financing options. Underlying macroeconomic factors have also contributed to the development of the Venture Debt market in the Caribbean. The region has experienced stable economic growth in recent years, with governments implementing policies to promote entrepreneurship and innovation.

This supportive environment, coupled with favorable tax incentives and business-friendly regulations, has encouraged the establishment and growth of startups. As a result, venture debt has become an attractive financing option for entrepreneurs looking to capitalize on the region's economic opportunities. In conclusion, the Venture Debt market in the Caribbean is developing due to customer preferences, trends in the market, local special circumstances, and underlying macroeconomic factors.

Entrepreneurs in the region are increasingly turning to venture debt as a flexible and accessible financing option, driven by the desire to maintain control and ownership of their businesses. The rise in startups and entrepreneurial activities, along with the presence of venture capital firms and angel investors, further supports the growth of the Venture Debt market. The Caribbean's vibrant entrepreneurial community, coupled with its proximity to the United States and favorable macroeconomic factors, creates a conducive environment for the development of venture debt financing options.

Data coverage:

Data encompasses B2B and B2C enterprises. Figures are based on the amount of capital raised, the average of deal size and the number of deals.

Modeling approach / Market size:

Market sizes are determined through a combined top-down and bottom-up approach, building on a specific rationale for each market segment. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use data from OECD, annual financial reports of key players, industry reports, third-party reports, publicly available databases, and survey results from primary research (e.g., the Statista Global Consumer Survey). In addition, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as GDP, CPI, number of small and medium-sized enterprises (SME), new businesses registered (number) . This data helps us estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the relevant market. For example, the S-curve function and exponential trend smoothing are well suited for forecasting digital products and services due to the non-linear growth of technology adoption.

Additional notes:

The market is updated twice a year in case market dynamics change. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war is considered at a country-specific level.

This report presents a comprehensive analysis and additional information on the Financial market, in a PDF format.

Venture capital is the term used to call the financial resources provided by investors to startup firms and small businesses that show potential for long-term growth. It has become a very important source of capital for entrepreneurs, who often have problems with financing their needs through risk-averse banks. Venture capital investments incorporate a high level of risk as only some of the VC-backed companies develop into successful and highly profitable businesses. In 2020, the leading venture capital backed company worldwide was the Manbang Group, which based in Nanjing, China.