Venture capital (VC) fund managers are optimistic about exit opportunities in 2025, with 62% expecting increased activity due to recent US interest rate cuts. By Q1 2024, VC assets reached $3.1 trillion, yet distributions fell short, with global exits dropping to 852 valued at $112 billion. The total number of VC deals reached 14,056, but performance is expected to decline compared to 2023. Asia saw the steepest drop in deal activity. Fundraising also decreased significantly, particularly for smaller funds. Despite challenges, India is now viewed as the most promising market, surpassing China, with growing interest in Southeast Asia and the Middle East.