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J-curve: Definition, drivers and mitigation strategies
Learn what the J-curve is in a private market context, what causes it, and how fund managers can mitigate its effects and manage investor expectations.
Residual Value to Paid-In Capital (RVPI)
Learn what RVPI means for venture capital funds and private equity funds, how to calculate it, and why it matters for fund managers evaluating investment performance and unrealized value.
Public market equivalent (PME): Definition and calculation
Learn how the public market equivalent (PME) is used to benchmark venture capital and private equity fund performance, including the PME calculation and methodologies.
New VC funds are relying more than ever on their anchor investors
This anchor check can provide a strong financial base for the rest of the fund, and a consequential investment from a key LP can send a strong signal to the rest of the market about a new fund’s viability.
From startup finance to VC: Growing a career beyond your comfort zone
A former finance head at high-growth portcos embraced new opportunities, built strong relationships, and stayed curious on the way to a rewarding and unexpected career.
In recent vintages, $1M-$10M VC funds tend to outperform $100M+ funds
Smaller funds offer the chance for greater upside and easier capital growth, though larger funds still offer scalability better suited for institutional investors.
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