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Uncertainty's Chilling Effect on Investment Environment
1:00:33 - 1:04:42 (04:08)
The uncertainty caused by the COVID-19 crisis is creating a chilling effect in the investment environment, with both general partners and limited partners becoming hesitant to sign term sheets and make capital commitments. As a result, less fundings are likely to occur and investors may be forced to focus on only a few winners while making tough decisions about the rest.
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The current uncertainty in the investment environment is going to have a chilling effect on GPs and LPs, leading to fewer fundings and capital commitments being made.
1:00:33 - 1:02:40 (02:06)
Summary
The current uncertainty in the investment environment is going to have a chilling effect on GPs and LPs, leading to fewer fundings and capital commitments being made. VC funds are struggling with covering their operating expenses and payroll, leading to a slowdown in investment activities.
ChapterUncertainty's Chilling Effect on Investment Environment
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The current economic situation may force investors to focus on making few winners which could result in a 60 day freeze in deal making activity.
1:02:40 - 1:04:42 (02:02)
Summary
The current economic situation may force investors to focus on making few winners which could result in a 60 day freeze in deal making activity.