Korea Investment Corporation

www.kic.kr/en

VCMatch tracks Korea Investment Corporation as an investor focused on North America, Europe, and Asia markets. Upload your deck to compare your startup against the full private matching profile.

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Geography

North America, Europe, and Asia

Investment Thesis

KIC operates as Korea’s sovereign wealth fund with a mission to efficiently manage national assets entrusted by the government, Bank of Korea, and public funds to contribute to the development of Korea’s financial industry. The firm emphasizes long-term value creation through stable, disciplined investment practices. As stated in their 20-year reflection, the organization champions two core ‘P’ principles beyond their traditional pillars: ‘Prudence’ (foresight and restraint in how seeds are sown) and ‘Patience’ (perseverance in waiting for fruits to be harvested).

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Who should take a closer look

Korea Investment Corporation is most relevant for founders raising venture-backed rounds in their stated focus areas, especially across North America, Europe, and Asia.

Focus statement

KIC focuses on delivering stable long-term returns by navigating global financial cycles through a diversified global investment approach across traditional assets (equities, fixed income) and alternative assets (private equity, real estate, infrastructure, hedge funds, private debt). The firm aims to grow national wealth based on trust while advancing Korea's position as a leading global financial hub.

Value Add

Sovereign wealth fund status with government backing and 20-year track record navigating global financial crises
24-hour investment platform with 5 overseas offices (New York, London, Singapore, San Francisco, Mumbai) enabling real-time global portfolio management
Direct investment capabilities across all asset classes, reducing dependency on external managers and enhancing competitiveness
Established strong global partnerships with leading financial institutions and network of 339 employees (160 investment professionals)
Active shareholder engagement and responsible investment leadership—became PRI signatory in December 2022
Multi-currency investment approach across 67 countries in 39 currencies with regional investment specialization