The European Commission has launched two consultations to gather feedback on obstacles faced by EU venture and growth capital funds and on possible measures to address them, as part of its policy work to improve access to finance for innovative companies in the EU. The initiative comprises a targeted consultation for fund managers, businesses, institutional investors, public authorities and supervisors, alongside a public consultation open to all contributors. The input will inform a review of the European Venture Capital Fund (EuVECA) Regulation planned for adoption in the third quarter of 2026, as well as consideration of a possible broader policy initiative beyond the EuVECA framework that would cover a wider range of venture and growth capital fund managers. Both consultations are open until 12 March 2026.
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European Commission opens consultations on barriers for EU venture and growth capital funds ahead of a planned EuVECA review
The European Commission has initiated two consultations to identify challenges faced by EU venture and growth capital funds and explore potential solutions. These consultations aim to inform a review of the European Venture Capital Fund Regulation and consider broader policy initiatives. Input is sought from fund managers, businesses, institutional investors, public authorities, and the general public.