Venture Debt - Iceland | Statista Market Forecast

The country in Iceland is projected to reach a Total Capital Raised in the Venture Debt market market of US$289.90m in 2024.
Traditional Venture Debt holds dominance in the market with a projected market volume of US$278.30m in 2024.
In global comparison, the United States will generate the most Capital Raised with US$22.4bn in 2024.
In Iceland, Venture Debt is gaining traction among startups as an alternative to equity financing in the Capital Raising market.

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.

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Venture Capital
Venture Debt funds are sponsors by governments

The Venture Debt market in Iceland has been experiencing significant growth in recent years, driven by several key factors. Customer preferences have shifted towards alternative financing options, leading to increased demand for venture debt.

Additionally, local special circumstances and underlying macroeconomic factors have contributed to the development of this market. Customer preferences in Iceland have played a crucial role in the growth of the Venture Debt market. Entrepreneurs and startups are increasingly seeking alternative financing options to traditional bank loans or equity financing.

Venture debt offers a unique solution by providing capital without diluting ownership stakes. This allows entrepreneurs to retain a higher level of control over their businesses while still accessing the necessary funds for growth and expansion. The flexibility and lower cost of capital associated with venture debt have made it an attractive option for many Icelandic startups.

Trends in the Venture Debt market in Iceland are also influenced by global and regional market dynamics. The worldwide rise of venture capital investments has created a favorable environment for venture debt. As venture capital funding increases, startups require additional working capital to support their growth.

Venture debt fills this gap by providing non-dilutive financing that complements equity investments. This trend has been observed in Iceland, where the growing startup ecosystem has led to an increased demand for venture debt. Local special circumstances in Iceland have further contributed to the development of the Venture Debt market.

The country has a strong entrepreneurial culture and a supportive ecosystem for startups. The government has implemented policies and initiatives to foster innovation and entrepreneurship, providing a conducive environment for startups to thrive. This has attracted both domestic and international investors, leading to a surge in venture capital investments.

As a result, venture debt providers have recognized the opportunity and expanded their operations in Iceland to meet the growing demand. Underlying macroeconomic factors have also played a role in the growth of the Venture Debt market in Iceland. The country's strong economic performance and stability have attracted foreign investors, who are increasingly looking to invest in Icelandic startups.

Additionally, low interest rates and favorable lending conditions have made venture debt an attractive financing option for both startups and investors. The availability of capital at competitive rates has facilitated the growth of the Venture Debt market in Iceland. In conclusion, the Venture Debt market in Iceland has experienced significant growth due to customer preferences, global market trends, local special circumstances, and underlying macroeconomic factors.

The shift towards alternative financing options, the rise of venture capital investments, the supportive startup ecosystem, and favorable economic conditions have all contributed to the development of this market. As Iceland's startup ecosystem continues to flourish, the Venture Debt market is expected to further expand in the coming years.

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.

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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.