# GP Articoli collegati

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Are Larger Funds Associated with Worse Returns? Micro-Funds + SPVs Are Becoming the New Standard in VC

The traditional 10-year blind-pool VC fund is being challenged by a hybrid model: small managers using lean "micro-funds" alongside deal-by-deal SPVs for follow-on co-investments. This structure lowers blended fees for LPs and allows GPs to focus on early-stage investing. The article argues this "small fund + SPV" approach is mathematically and incentive-wise superior to a single large fund. It highlights how better infrastructure has reduced SPV operational costs, and growing LP demand for co-investment rights is driving adoption. A survey of 56 GPs shows high SPV usage, primarily for follow-on capital, with LP-friendly terms (0-0.5% management fee, 16-20% carry common). The model aligns GP incentives with fund success, as micro-funds enable focus on early-stage, high-conviction bets without pressure to chase larger, later rounds. The shift towards more co-investment represents an evolution away from over-extended fund terms and misaligned fee structures.

marsbit07/27 11:49

Are Larger Funds Associated with Worse Returns? Micro-Funds + SPVs Are Becoming the New Standard in VC

marsbit07/27 11:49

When LPs Teach Me Investment with Doubao: A Self-Narrative of a Private Equity GP Switching Careers

When LPs Use Doubao to Teach Investing: A Transition Story of a Private Equity GP AI is making life increasingly difficult for small private equity fund managers, as a former GP of an offshore dollar fund reveals. The fund, managing tens of millions in US stocks, outperformed the Nasdaq but struggled with fundraising. Its traditional Cayman SPC/BVI structure failed to attract major Asian LPs, who now prefer Hong Kong LPF or Singapore VCC frameworks. The rise of AI-powered quantitative strategies has further squeezed the space for funds like his, which relied on subjective, discretionary investing. AI tools have leveled the information playing field, empowering LPs—often high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, or family offices—to analyze investments themselves using chatbots like Doubao. This has eroded trust in GPs' expertise, leading to more frequent challenges over investment decisions and even withdrawals, especially during market rallies when retail investors sometimes outperform funds. Friction arises not necessarily from AI's capabilities but from how LPs use it. Many rely on conversational AI for validation rather than rigorous analysis, sometimes receiving misleading or hallucinated advice. While AI democratizes research, effective investing still requires discerning real insight from plausible-sounding output. Ultimately, AI is unlikely to fully replace GPs. Asset management remains a trust-based service. However, the industry must adapt. The future may see "human私募" (private equity) learning from AI and focusing more on providing value beyond pure analysis—perhaps by mastering the emotional intelligence and trust-building that machines cannot replicate.

Odaily星球日报06/09 02:39

When LPs Teach Me Investment with Doubao: A Self-Narrative of a Private Equity GP Switching Careers

Odaily星球日报06/09 02:39

What Kind of VCs Can Get Money from Fund of Funds? We Have the Answer After Reviewing 2000

Moses Capital, a fund of funds focused on early-stage VCs, reviewed over 2,000 funds over two years and invested in 46, a 2.3% selection rate. The market is larger than perceived, with many new funds remaining invisible to most LPs. They identified four GP archetypes: founder-turned-investor, spin-out from established VC firms, community-native managers, and quiet technical experts. The top reasons for rejecting 97% of funds included team inexperience (30%), poor portfolio construction (25%), weak track record (20%), strategy misalignment (15%), and fundraising challenges (10%). The highest-quality deal flow source emerged unexpectedly from blind founder reference calls during due diligence, where consistently praised investors became top targets. Building a reputation through prepared, respectful engagement led to strong GP referrals and trust within the VC ecosystem.

marsbit04/11 00:56

What Kind of VCs Can Get Money from Fund of Funds? We Have the Answer After Reviewing 2000

marsbit04/11 00:56

What Kind of VC Can Get Money from Fund of Funds? We Have the Answer After Reviewing 2000

After reviewing over 2,000 venture capital funds over two years, Moses Capital, a fund of funds focused on early-stage VC investments, invested in only 46—a 2.3% selection rate. The firm identified four common GP archetypes: founder-turned-investors, spin-outs from established VC firms, community-native managers, and quiet technical experts. Key reasons for rejecting funds included lack of team experience (30%), poor portfolio construction (25%), weak track records (20%), strategy misalignment (15%), and challenging fundraising dynamics (10%). The most valuable sourcing method emerged unintentionally: conducting blind founder reference calls during due diligence, which consistently revealed high-quality, under-the-radar fund managers. The firm emphasizes systematic sourcing, deep preparation, and respectful engagement to build trust and access top-tier emerging managers.

marsbit04/10 08:06

What Kind of VC Can Get Money from Fund of Funds? We Have the Answer After Reviewing 2000