Kyle Stanford
Senior Analyst at PitchBook, providing data and insights on venture capital markets.
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Apr 6, 2023 • 29min
How hard was it to raise venture capital in Q1?
Kyle Stanford, a Senior Analyst at PitchBook, dives into the current venture capital landscape, sharing insights on early-2023 trends. He discusses the fluctuations in startup funding, with a spotlight on the stability of early-stage investments versus declining larger deals. Stanford unveils the sectors heating up, and those cooling down, alongside the challenges startups face in fundraising. He also touches on the uncertain exit market and why optimism for IPOs might be misplaced, giving listeners a comprehensive view of the shifting VC scene.
Jul 19, 2023 • 34min
Venture's Q2 was calm (and that's not good)
In this engaging discussion, Kyle Stanford, Lead Venture Capital Research Analyst at PitchBook, dives into the turbulent waters of Q2 2023 in U.S. venture capital. He highlights the alarming slowdown in exits and its detrimental effect on fundraising efforts. Seed deals and down rounds are scrutinized, revealing a challenging landscape for early-stage investors. Kyle also reflects on Kava's IPO and its influence on investor sentiment, while hinting at some promising trends that could signal hope amid uncertainty.
