Equity Equity Monday: More money for fintech, Deliveroo's IPO, and AI startups
Mar 8, 2021
This week dives into the latest IPOs, featuring major players like Deliveroo and Coursera. There's an intriguing look at how tech stock declines are shaping startup dynamics, especially in the Bay Area. Starling's impressive £272 million raise highlights fintech resilience, while interesting contrasts are drawn with the American Neobank Chime. In healthcare, advancements in Bangladesh are spotlighted, alongside significant funding successes for companies like PostScript. The discussion underscores the impact of market conditions on future IPOs and unicorns.
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Tech Stock Decline
- Major tech stocks are declining, impacting late-stage startups hoping to go public.
- This decline could be bad news for companies relying on the current boom in public market prices.
Coursera's IPO Filing
- Coursera's IPO filing reveals impressive growth but also rising losses, creating a valuation challenge for investors.
- This situation raises questions about the broader edtech boom and its sustainability.
Bay Area Startups Stay Put
- A survey indicates that contrary to popular belief, 96.9% of startups remained in the Bay Area during 2020.
- Those that did leave mostly relocated within California, to Texas, or New York.