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On Bubbles … And Why We’ll Be Just Fine

Both Sides of the Table

In addition to FOMO it is partly driven by massive increase in valuations for earlier-stage companies who raised money at bit seed prices but who still have product risk. million pre-money valuation is now raising $1 million at a $12 million valuation the next investor has nowhere to go but up (or sit out the investment).

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Market Truths

thebarefootvc

After a tumultuous week in global markets, today the US stock market ended higher on the session. As someone who invested through the 2001 and 2008 crashes I can assure you that down rounds and fire sales are not fun for anyone involved. Pay attention to who you’re taking money from and aim for a reasonable valuation.

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Market Truths

thebarefootvc

After a tumultuous week in global markets, today the US stock market ended higher on the session. As someone who invested through the 2001 and 2008 crashes I can assure you that down rounds and fire sales are not fun for anyone involved. Pay attention to who you’re taking money from and aim for a reasonable valuation.

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Market Truths

thebarefootvc

After a tumultuous week in global markets, today the US stock market ended higher on the session. As someone who invested through the 2001 and 2008 crashes I can assure you that down rounds and fire sales are not fun for anyone involved. Pay attention to who you’re taking money from and aim for a reasonable valuation.