What projects can American funds invest in?
American investment funds have long been a tool that helps companies around the world raise capital and scale. The United States remains a major financial center, home to institutional and venture capital investors, as well as private capital.
What projects can American funds invest in?
Investment restrictions are minimal. Funds in the United States are open to virtually all business sectors, as long as the company's activities are legal and transparent.
Popular sectors:
- Technology and IT (startups, AI, fintech, blockchain);
- Medicine and biotechnology (pharmaceuticals, equipment, telemedicine);
- Real estate and construction;
- Energy and the environment (ESG, renewable energy);
- Education, creative industries, media;
- Agribusiness and food.
The main requirement is that the business must be legal and comply with regulatory requirements.
In which countries and sectors cannot funds invest?
There are two key restrictions:
- Territorial sanctions. The US prohibits investments in a number of countries and regions:
Cuba
Iran
North Korea
Syria
Crimea, as well as the occupied parts of the Donetsk and Luhansk regions of Ukraine - Also under partial sanctions are:
Belarus
Russia
Libya
Yemen
Zimbabwe
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Central African Republic
Myanmar (Burma)
- Illegal industries. Investments are prohibited in weapons, drugs, human trafficking, financial pyramids, money laundering, and other illegal activities.
Are there any limits on investment amounts?
There are no limits for a single investor. However, the total investment volume that a fund can attract per year without additional regulation is limited to no more than $50 million.
Why is this beneficial for businesses?
- Minimal restrictions – investments can be made in virtually all sectors and countries, except those under sanctions.
- Transparency – strict SEC and IRS regulations build trust and protect investors. Jurisdictional prestige – US registration enhances a company's status.
- Flexibility – the ability to choose a suitable fund structure: venture capital, private equity, hedge fund, or SPV.
- Key steps for attracting US investment
- Determine the project structure and industry.
- Prepare legal and financial documentation.
- Register a fund or company in the US (Delaware is a popular option).
- Develop a tax model that takes into account IRS requirements.
- Ensure compliance with compliance procedures (SEC, AML, KYC).
- Establish an infrastructure for working with investors.
- Ensure transparent reporting and fund management.
US funds can invest in virtually any project and industry, with the exception of restricted jurisdictions and illicit businesses. Minimal restrictions and global trust in the US make this jurisdiction one of the most attractive for raising capital.
Antwort Law supports clients at every stage—from choosing a structure and registering a fund to long-term support and compliance. Contact us to help your project secure capital from the US and reach the next level of development.
Vladislav Makarenko
Managing partner
Antwort Law