Equity Fintech's fever can't make up its mind
Jun 22, 2022
The hosts dive into the current turmoil of the fintech startup market, examining the fallout from a once-booming fundraising landscape. They discuss Apple's recent entry into buy now, pay later services and its implications for competitors. Klarna's dramatic valuation changes highlight the precarious position of fintech firms struggling for funding. The conversation addresses the broader market corrections and the impact on business models. Amidst challenges, there's a glimmer of optimism for growth and innovation in the evolving fintech space.
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Apple's BNPL Impact
- Apple's entry into Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) is significant due to their strong consumer focus.
- Their success in this space will depend on consumer adoption and venture capital reactions.
Klarna's Valuation Correction
- Klarna's valuation has dropped significantly, reflecting the current market conditions.
- This valuation cut is not inherently bad, but a stark contrast to its previous high valuation.
Fintech Valuations and Misplaced Optimism
- Fintech companies experienced inflated valuations due to misplaced optimism about pandemic-driven changes.
- Current market corrections suggest that these changes pulled forward demand rather than permanently altering growth rates.