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Have We Reached Peak Uncertainty?

Mar 4, 2025
Jesse Chasse, Head of Tech Equity Capital Markets at RBC Capital Markets, shares his insights on the current market landscape. He discusses the recent sell-off driven by tariff news and its effects on small and mid-cap companies. The conversation dives into the complexities of the IPO pipeline and the vital role of liquidity for private tech firms. Chasse highlights how AI and large-cap IPOs could shape market health moving forward and reflects on the broader economic resilience amid significant regulatory scrutiny.
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  • Recent stock market volatility indicates heightened uncertainty for investors, influenced by economic reports and tariff announcements affecting market sentiment.
  • There are optimistic signs for a potential resurgence in IPOs, driven by economic stabilization and growth among small and mid-cap tech companies.

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Current Financial Services and Features

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