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Understanding the J-curve in private markets
The investment performance of private market funds is often irregular. This is called the J-curve—named after the shape of investment performance in private market funds. In this article, we break down what the J curve means for investors.
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What investors look for when valuing startups at different stages
Investors specialize in different fundraising stages to better support their target portfolio companies. How do investors value companies at different stages in their growth journey? In this article, we break down what investors look for when analyzing potential investment opportunities.