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Asian Development Bank

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Investor type

Founded

1966

AUM

$153 900 M

Location

Mandaluyong, Mandaluyong, Philippines

Investment Ticket

$10-50 m

Investment Stage

Pre-seed Seed

Region of investment

Asia

Investor profile last updated: 27 August, 2026

Profile

Asian Development Bank is a multilateral development bank based in Manila, founded in 1966. It is owned by 69 members, with 50 from the Asia-Pacific region. ADB is distinguished by its commitment to sustainable and inclusive growth, providing quality development solutions to address complex regional challenges.

ADB invests in various sectors including agriculture, climate change, education, energy, health, and urban development. The bank supports projects in developing member countries through both public and private sector operations, advisory services, and knowledge support. It operates across Asia and the Pacific, focusing on creating economic and development impact.

Notable investments include Mumbai Metro - public transport expansion, Batumi Bypass Road - improving connectivity, and projects addressing personal safety in Ulaanbaatar. ADB also supports disaster response initiatives and infrastructure development across the region.

Industry

Agriculture Business Services (B2B) Financial Services Fintech Technology Energy HealthTech Logistics ClimateTech Infrastructure Mobility AgriTech

Asian Development Bank Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
ADB Ventures Equity Fund I	Venture Capital (VC)	Agriculture Financial Services Fintech Technology Energy HealthTech ClimateTech	Pre-seed Seed	Asia	$5-10 m	$60 M	April 2020
ADB Ventures Fund II	Venture Capital (VC)	Infrastructure HealthTech Mobility Logistics AgriTech ClimateTech	Pre-seed Seed	Asia	$5-10 m	$40 M	June 2025
Asian Development Bank Fund	Venture Capital (VC)	Agriculture Financial Services Fintech Technology Mobility ClimateTech	Pre-seed Seed	Asia	$5-10 m	$417 M	April 2026

Contacts

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Bhargav Dasgupta Vice-President (Market Solutions) Asian Development Bank

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Masato Kanda President

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FAQs about Asian Development Bank

Is Asian Development Bank a venture capital or private equity firm?

Asian Development Bank is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Pre-seed and Seed, writing tickets of $10-50 m.

Where is Asian Development Bank located?

Asian Development Bank is located in Mandaluyong, Mandaluyong, Philippines.

When was Asian Development Bank founded?

Asian Development Bank was founded in 1966.

What sectors and industries does Asian Development Bank invest in?

Asian Development Bank invests in companies and startups in Agriculture, Business Services (B2B), Financial Services, Fintech, Technology, Energy, HealthTech, Logistics, ClimateTech, Infrastructure, Mobility, AgriTech.

What is Asian Development Bank geographical focus of investments?

Asian Development Bank invests in companies and startups in Asia.

At what stages of companies and startups does Asian Development Bank typically invest in?

Asian Development Bank invests in companies and startups at Pre-seed, Seed.

What is the usual amount of Asian Development Bank investment?

Asian Development Bank usually invests $10-50 m on average.

What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for Asian Development Bank?

Asian Development Bank has around $153 900m assets under management.

When was Asian Development Bank last fund created?

Asian Development Bank last fund was created/launched in 2026-04-23

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