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Venture Capital's Role in Financing Innovation

Josh Lerner, Ramana Nanda
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This article examines the significant role of venture capital (VC) in financing innovation and its broader impact on the economy. It analyses how VC firms identify, fund, and support innovative companies, particularly in nascent industries. The authors discuss the institutional structures and mechanisms that enable venture capital to drive technological advancements and economic growth, including its influence on market dynamics and entrepreneurial ecosystems.