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Eric Xu

Unclaimed
Managing Partner, GGV CapitalGGV CapitalMenlo Park, CA

Current Firm

GGV Capital

Investments

1+ companies

Focus

AI, Fintech

About Eric Xu

Eric Xu is a Managing Partner at GGV Capital, a leading venture capital firm investing in transformative technologies and business models. With deep expertise across AI, fintech, cybersecurity, enterprise, and consumer sectors, Eric has established himself as a strategic investor focused on identifying and supporting high-impact companies at scale. His investment acumen is demonstrated through notable successes, including an early investment in Square, the influential financial services and digital payments platform. At GGV Capital, Eric leverages his market insights and operational experience to mentor founders and guide portfolio companies through critical growth phases. His investment thesis emphasizes technologies that create sustainable competitive advantages and address large market opportunities, with a particular focus on emerging trends that reshape industries. Eric's work reflects a commitment to supporting entrepreneurs who are building the next generation of global technolo

Focus Areas

Investment Stage

Pre-Seed
Seed
Series A
Series B+

Notable Investments

Square

Other Investors at GGV Capital

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Glenn Solomon

Managing Partner, GGV Capital

GGV Capital

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Hans Tung

Managing Partner, GGV Capital

GGV Capital

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Jeff Richards

Managing Partner, GGV Capital

GGV Capital

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Jixun Foo

Global Managing Partner, GGV Capital

GGV Capital

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Investment Profile

Eric Xu is a Managing Partner, GGV Capital at GGV Capital, based in Menlo Park, CA.

Eric's investment focus spans AI, Fintech, Cybersecurity, Enterprise, Consumer, primarily investing at the Seed, Series A, Series B+ stages. This specialization allows for deep domain knowledge and strong network effects that benefit portfolio companies.

Notable investments include Square. These investments span AI and Fintech.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Eric Xu?

Eric Xu is a Managing Partner, GGV Capital at GGV Capital, based in Menlo Park, CA. Their investment focus includes AI, Fintech, Cybersecurity.

What does Eric Xu invest in?

Eric Xu focuses on investments in AI, Fintech, Cybersecurity, Enterprise, Consumer through GGV Capital. These focus areas reflect their domain expertise and the types of startups they actively seek to back.

What are Eric Xu's most notable investments?

Eric Xu's notable portfolio investments include Square. These companies span multiple sectors and stages, reflecting a track record of identifying high-potential startups.

What firm is Eric Xu at?

Eric Xu is currently at GGV Capital, headquartered in Menlo Park, CA, serving as Managing Partner, GGV Capital.

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