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Kepple Partners with Nikkei for Startup Fundraising Ranking

On January 8, Kepple announced its collaboration with Nikkei to create the "2025 Startup Fundraising Ranking" for Japan. This initiative showcases the talented startups in Japan and highlights the investors supporting them, all powered by the extensive startup database developed by Kepple and Nikkei.

Kepple operates a startup database known as "KEPPLE DB," which currently lists around 18,000 startups and 6,000 investors. This database forms the backbone of the research conducted for the 2025 ranking, allowing for multifaceted analysis on various aspects of startup fundraising trends.

Key Features of KEPPLE DB

The KEPPLE DB offers various analytical tools, providing insights into:

• - Fundraising trends of domestic startups
• - Regional fundraising variations
• - Fundraising scale over time
• - Trends based on years since establishment
• - Estimating enterprise values
• - Changes in employee numbers

This database is integrated with Kepple’s private equity management tool, "KEPPLE CRM," which enhances the experience of managing unlisted shares. Additionally, parts of this database are available through Nikkei’s business database, "Nikkei Telecon," under the categories "Kepple Startup Company Information" and "Kepple Startup Investor Information."

Information Available on Nikkei Telecon

For those interested in obtaining detailed information, Nikkei Telecon provides:
1. Kepple Startup Company Information
- Company Overview
- Business Overview
- Executive Information
- Finance Information

2. Kepple Startup Investor Information
- Company Information
- Investment Activity Summary
- Investment Information
- M&A Information
- JV Formation Information

Through this partnership with Nikkei, Kepple continues to support the development of the startup ecosystem by providing essential insights that can aid both startups and investors in making informed decisions.

About Kepple

Kepple’s mission is to "Create New Industries", reflecting their commitment to advancing the startup ecosystem in Japan and beyond. The company operates in several areas, including secondary funds, business succession funds, open innovation support, and startup support services. Their goal is to expand their reach, providing assistance not just within Japan but to startups and investors globally.

The Kepple Ecosystem

Kepple doesn't merely operate as a database provider; it offers a comprehensive suite of services, including:

• - Investment Business: Operating secondary funds like the "Kepple Liquidity Fund" and business succession funds that contribute to sustainable societal development.
• - Fund Operation Support: Providing management for fund accounting, investment management, and reporting to investors.
• - Open Innovation Support: Utilizing the unique insights from the "KEPPLE DB," they facilitate open innovations through advisory services and support for collaborations with overseas startups.
• - Startup Support: Offering high-level recruitment services specialized for startups, leveraging a network of experienced professionals including career advisors and accountants.

With its data-driven approach and commitment to fostering innovation, Kepple aims to create impactful partnerships that will shape the future of various industries.

In summary, Kepple's collaboration with Nikkei not only shines a light on the growing Japanese startup scene but also provides a robust platform for further investment and collaboration among startups and investors alike. As the future unfolds, Kepple remains poised to adapt and contribute substantially to the evolving landscape of entrepreneurship and investment in Japan.