YF Capital
Private Equity Est. 2010
- Type
- Private Equity
- HQ
- Shanghai, China
- Founded
- 2010
About
YF Capital invests in emerging industries and advanced technologies through private equity funds. Its strategy spans hard technology, artificial intelligence, clean energy, enterprise services, healthcare and consumer businesses.
Investment Focus
Investment Geographies
Primary Markets
China Hong Kong
Coverage
Country-focused Regions
Asia
Coverage is a guide only.
Location
Office Presence
2 countries
China Hong Kong
2 known offices
Shanghai, China (HQ)
Hong Kong
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