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Venture Capital in the Age of AI: Transforming Due Diligence

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Over the last 12-18 months, both venture capital investors and start-up firms have felt the aftershocks of ongoing economic volatility. Following a ‘dry powder’ run in 2021, venture capital investment in the US nearly doubled from 2020. Similar to other asset classes, venture capital deal patterns mirror macroeconomic sentiment.

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The Ultimate Due Diligence Guide

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Consequently, the deals coming through your doors require extra scrutiny, and your criteria for due diligence needs to shift to take into account market changes. However, conducting poor due diligence can lead to costly mistakes. rising inflation, supply chains disrupted by COVID-19, etc.) have muddied waters.

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Due Diligence During Economic Downturn

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In periods of high risk, renewed attention is brought to due diligence and what should concern your decision-making. More importantly, if a company fails to plan for an economically uncertain future with its own capital, then it will likely borrow at high-interest rates. Begging For Backers?

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Venture Capital Trends and Outlook for 2024

Alpha Sense BI

Heading into the second half of 2024, venture capital investors remain cautious as they acknowledge persistent challenging dynamics in the landscape. While dry powder reserves have reached record highs, investors are wary about deploying capital with certain recent macroeconomic factors still fresh in mind.

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Navigating the Venture Capital Funding Downturn

Alpha Sense BI

Venture capital (VC) funding in startups experienced a significant decline as funding has been cut in half across North America and Europe firms. However, VCs raised over $540 billion of “dry powder,” capital that has yet to be invested, by the end of Q1—a record for the industry. The major forces behind this fundraising activity?

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Asset Management Trends and Outlook for 2024

Alpha Sense BI

Pivoting from a year characterized by dynamic macroeconomic volatility and unpredictability, along with the rapid evolution of technological innovation, the asset management landscape is undeniably on a path of transformation. Decisions of this nature inevitably impact the markets and have a concerted trickle-down effect.

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4 Events You Could Have Predicted with ZoomInfo Intent Data

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But advanced users know that intent can also be a handy tool for forecasting major corporate announcements like layoffs, acquisitions, or data breaches — events that can drive huge opportunities for any business able to capitalize. Ready to capitalize on your next big prospect? Washington Commanders Sale On Nov.