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December 26, 2022

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Startup whiplash hits some VC sectors harder than others

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There is no denying that 2022 has been a challenging year for startups. But it has not been equally difficult for every sector of the VC-backed ecosystem.

We use PitchBook data to examine how the deal value, deal count and valuations of 11 verticals have fared in 2022. In a weird year, these were VC's most resilient and weakest tech sectors.

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PE secondaries market set to boom in 2023

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The private equity secondaries market is ripe for growth in 2023, according to consultants, advisers and managers who work in the space. The anticipated transaction volume is a result of investor demand for liquidity.

Facing the denominator effect and a nearly frozen IPO market, both LPs and GPs turned to the secondary market as an alternative liquidity option. And as the market continues to accept secondaries as a mainstream liquidity option, the secondary market is expected to experience tremendous long-term growth.

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Israel's VC funds bring in more cash as European hubs struggle

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Fundraising in Europe's smaller VC markets grew faster this year as the region's largest hubs, such as the UK and France, faltered.

The continued maturation of the European venture ecosystem has pushed more capital toward Israel and other less-established areas as LPs seek new opportunities.

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Can 5,000 years of history suggest where rates are heading?

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With each new action by the Federal Reserve, interest rates—and the US economy—steps into territory not seen in recent memory. But just how high are today's rates, historically, and where might they settle, if the past is a guide?

In his latest analysis, LCD's Jack Hersch takes a very deep dive into interest rates through the ages, with an eye on cycles, trends and what history might tell us about the current economic environment.

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Foreign VCs keep coming back to Europe

Non-European investors have recorded their highest annual level of participation in the continent's venture deals to date in 2022.

Foreign VCs have been steadily increasing their exposure to European venture capital over the last few years as they seek to diversify their portfolios.

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PE swoops in for European tech companies as valuations fall

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While tech companies have had a tough time on the public markets in 2022, the sector has remained a draw for private equity investors, particularly in Europe, where a number of prize assets have fallen under PE ownership.

We take a look at some of the top tech takeovers in the region this year and the firms that are behind them.

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