Navigating through Q4 of 2023, the venture capital landscape is displaying a promising momentum. While prominent Limited Partners are being strategically cautious, their smaller counterparts have embraced the chance to support emerging VC managers on a global scale. Favorable entry points are being found in valuations of early-stage startups, and later-stage startups that have trimmed expenses are drawing in fresh capital through bridge rounds. AI companies, despite market volatility, have secured substantial funding and valuations, yet they persist in facing ethical scrutiny. In addition, a set of sweeping new SEC regulations are aimed at fostering enhanced transparency and fairness within the world of venture capital.

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Q3 2023 Trends

• New SEC Regulations: The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission recently introduced new rules to provide limited partners with more transparency and fairness.
• Increased Acquisitions: Given the challenging Marco environment, many combines are seeking our acquisitions as exit vehicles.
• Growth in AI and Ethical AI:  AI Companies continue to command large valuations while also facing public scrutiny regarding their ethical implications.
• Lower Valuations: Startup valuations continued to see a decrease in Q3, which made them more favorable to risk-tolerant investors.
• Slower Investment Pace: In the current market conditions, the general pace of investment has remained slow as investors exercise caution.
• More Bridge Rounds: Given current market conditions, many companies are seeking additional capital from their existing investors instead of raising a new round.