Venture Capital Breaks Records, But Problems Deepen

Venture capital has reached a record $412.7 billion in the first half of 2026. However, most of this investment is focused on AI companies and large-scale deals. This situation shows that the venture capital sector is becoming increasingly concentrated. The concentration of the venture capital sector is causing mid-tier companies to struggle with IPOs. Companies like SpaceX, Anthropic, and OpenAI continue to attract attention in the sector. However, the IPOs of these companies will be an important indicator of the sector's future.