With the high risk associated with startup investments, and failure of 9 out of 10 startups, it is almost certain that active startup investors will experience a failed investment at some point or another. What lessons can be learned from … Continue reading
Startup due diligence
It’s difficult to be an expert in everything. Therefore, private market investors may come across investment opportunities that are outside their expertise or industry knowledge, especially in the case of innovative sectors like blockchain, next-generation battery tech, biotech, or aviation. … Continue reading
For private market investors, conducting thorough due diligence is an important step of the investment process. By researching a startup to gain a holistic understanding of the company’s past performance, current position, and future plans, an investor can make an … Continue reading
For private market startups, evaluating startup metrics can make up a significant portion of the due diligence process. By their nature, startups are typically ambitious and founders are optimistic, which can sometimes lead to overemphasized metrics, growth opportunities, or existing … Continue reading
Assessing startup financial health is an important component of the due diligence process. An investor needs to fully understand a startup’s financial discipline in order to gauge its potential viability and longevity. But how can investors assess how a startup’s … Continue reading
When private market investors are conducting due diligence on startups to make investment decisions, they may gravitate towards traditional data sources provided by the company like information on the campaign page, pitch decks, and any historical financials that were provided. … Continue reading
Investing in startups comes with substantial risks. While rapid revenue growth and impressive user traction numbers may grab headlines, they don’t always reflect the true financial situation of a startup. 9 out of 10 startups fail, and one of the … Continue reading
Investing in startups can be an exciting way to diversify your portfolio and support innovation. However, startup investing is not for everyone—it comes with high risks, illiquidity, and the possibility of losing your entire investment. In this blog, learn more … Continue reading
For Startups, Due Diligence Can Be Make or Break Due diligence is a key stage of the fundraising process. During the due diligence process, investors will scrutinize every aspect of your business before deciding to back you with their capital. … Continue reading
For private market investors, betting on an early-stage startup can be a high-risk, high-reward proposition. However, the startup landscape can be difficult, making proper early-stage due diligence essential to help find opportunities. Conducting rigorous due diligence may allow you to … Continue reading
