Temasek
Singapore's state investor, deep in technology and venture.
Institutional LP CapitalFirmGlobal, anchored in Asia
Target market
Venture and growth managers globally, with a tilt toward Asia and technology
Typical check
Large — sovereign-scale fund commitments and directs
Geography
Global, anchored in Asia
Overview
Temasek is Singapore's state-owned investment company and one of the most technology-forward sovereign investors anywhere. It invests directly into companies at scale, commits to venture funds, and owns Vertex Holdings, the parent of the Vertex Ventures family of funds — so it understands venture from both sides of the table. For GPs, Temasek is most accessible to managers with an Asia nexus or a strategy that complements its direct portfolio. Expect strategic questions, not just track-record diligence.
Key facts
- Singapore state-owned investment company
- Owns Vertex Holdings, parent of the Vertex Ventures funds
- Invests directly into technology companies alongside fund commitments
- Headquartered in Singapore