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Market Trends and Predictions
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SEC weighs stricter disclosure requirements for larger private companies
SEC is reconsidering disclosure requirements for larger private companies, as private capital availability increases and public listings decline. Investors and entrepreneurs should stay informed as changes unfold.
Do Private Markets Earn Their Keep? Part I: Buyout Funds
Explore the insights from a report on the worthiness of private equity markets and the performance of buyout funds, including the narrowing return premium, the value of top-tier managers, and the changing sources of returns.
Venture Backed in Latin America: A Booming Ecosystem
Latin America's venture capital scene is thriving, with successful startups and growing investments in sectors like fintech. The region's favorable conditions and promising market potential make it an attractive destination for venture capital.
The New Start-up Cities
Emerging US cities like Austin, Miami, Richmond, and Charlottesville offer attractive conditions for startup founders, including lower costs, skilled workforce, supportive infrastructure, access to capital, and favorable policies.
What a recession would mean to startups
Navigating a recession is tough for startups, but this post offers tips to raise capital, monitor budgets, diversify revenue, and focus on problem-solving. Despite challenges, recessions can also create growth opportunities.
Decentralized Finance: New Paradigms on How We Business
The crypto industry and decentralized finance (DeFi) are experiencing a surge, with the total value locked in DeFi increasing from under $1B to over $80B in a year. Major financial institutions are taking serious bets on the industry, reimagining the way we conduct commerce.
Should you join an accelerator? 3 Big Questions to Ask
Key questions for founders considering an accelerator program are highlighted, including program alignment, available resources, and costs (equity or cash compensation). Proactive research and seeking feedback from other founders are crucial for making an informed decision.
Greasing the Sales Engine with Metrics
Track sales and business development metrics in two categories: activities (things you can control, like outreach and meetings) and results (outcomes, such as total sales and conversion rates). Use CRM platforms for effective tracking.
Key Performance Indicators: What Are They And Why Do They Matter?
Discover the significance of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for founders, including customer metrics like Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC), Customer Churn, and Customer Lifetime Value (CLTV), along with financial metrics like Burn Rate and Runway, to assess the real-time health of their businesses and make informed decisions.
Performance Metrics: How Are Your Investors Judging You?
Understand the key return-oriented metrics investors use to evaluate the success of their investments, such as IRR, DPI, RVPI, and MOIC. These metrics determine the potential returns and timeline for investors in the early stages of a company's growth.