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Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the recent announcement by GoerTek Inc. regarding the establishment of a new fund with a total scale of approximately 6.97 billion yuan, focusing on cutting-edge technology sectors such as AI, XR, new materials, advanced manufacturing, and semiconductors [5][6]. Group 1: Fund Details - The new fund, tentatively named Shanghai Tongge Phase II Venture Capital Partnership (Limited Partnership), has a total scale of about 6.97 billion yuan, with a duration of 7 years, including a 4-year investment period followed by an exit period [6]. - GoerTek plans to invest no more than 2.3 billion yuan of its own funds, accounting for no more than 33% of the fund's total size [6]. - Other limited partners (LPs) will contribute 4.6 billion yuan, representing 66% of the fund [6]. Group 2: Company Background - GoerTek, founded by a couple in Shandong, initially entered the Apple supply chain and has transformed into a leading consumer electronics company with a market value exceeding 100 billion yuan [5][7]. - The company has faced challenges, including a significant order cut from a major client, Apple, in 2022, which led to performance bottlenecks [7]. - GoerTek is shifting its focus towards emerging fields such as VR/AR and AI smart hardware to drive growth, evidenced by its acquisition of Micro-LED technology company Plessy and a 1.903 billion yuan acquisition of Shanghai Aolai [7][8]. Group 3: Industry Trends - The establishment of the new fund reflects a broader trend among listed companies to engage in venture capital activities, leveraging their financial resources to strengthen their industry positions [9][10]. - Many listed companies are increasingly participating in the primary market as limited partners, seeking to enhance their competitive advantages and achieve synergistic effects [9][10]. - The article notes that the influx of capital from listed companies into the primary market is crucial for revitalizing investment opportunities, especially in the context of a market that has recently seen significant growth [10][11].