Investment Services
Venture capital in Iran is a relatively young industry, with a history of just over a decade. Nevertheless, it has gained increasing attention in recent years. Currently, more than 100 venture capital investors operate in the country. The emergence of venture capital dates back to the early 2010s (Iranian calendar: early 1390s), and in 2012 the first Iranian venture capital fund was established. According to statistics from the Iranian Venture Capital Association, around 500 million Dollars was invested across Iran’s innovation ecosystem from the early 2010s until 2019.
What is Investment?
Investment refers to the allocation of financial resources into one or more types of assets that will be held for a future period of time. The primary objective of investors is typically the growth and development of their capital and benefiting from future returns. Investors may hold their assets over long horizons — years or even decades — to benefit from profitability. The definition of investment may vary across different sectors and industries.
Venture Capital
Venture Capital (VC), also referred to as Entrepreneurial Investment or Risk Capital, is the provision of funding to startup companies and early-stage businesses that demonstrate growth potential but also involve high risk. In exchange for the capital invested, investors acquire equity ownership in the company and generate returns through value creation.
Investment at Alborz Research & Technology Fund
The vision of the Investment Division at Alborz Research and Technology Fund has been formulated based on stakeholder expectations and market conditions. Within its 10-year horizon, the Fund aims to become one of the largest financing and investment providers in the country — particularly in financing innovative and knowledge-based projects — and to assume a leading role in this industry through the most effective financial and investment methods. The Investment Division’s mission is to establish sustainable and reliable relationships with clients nationwide. By leveraging highly professional human capital, the Fund provides financing, investment, risk management, securities trading, and strategic development services. Through sound analysis and practical solutions, the division seeks to facilitate growth and wealth creation for its clients and shareholders.
Investment Fields of Alborz Fund
A significant portion of the Investment Division’s activities is dedicated to evaluating innovative projects. These proposals — typically submitted by researchers, students, industrial professionals, and creative entrepreneurs — undergo multiple stages of assessment. The main sectors in which venture investment proposals have been received include:
Food & Biotechnology Industries Recycling Software Energy Electricity & Power Oil Industry Construction Industry Healthcare & Medical Services Agriculture
