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8 Out of 10 SaaS Founders Are Burning Cash Faster Than Ever — And Why YC is On Fire (SVB’s 2025 Data Breakdown)
- SVB's 1H’25 report reveals unexpected insights about the startup and venture capital landscape.
- Incubators and accelerators contribute to 24% of U.S. VC deals, reshaping the path to venture funding.
- Only 25% of U.S. tech unicorns meet basic IPO readiness criteria, highlighting a need for alternative exit strategies.
- Most VC funds take 16-20 years to return capital, impacting investment strategies and LP allocations.
- Defense tech has emerged as a major VC category, with substantial investment growth in recent years.
- Venture fundraising inequality is significant, with the top 10% of firms capturing a majority of LP dollars.
- Bankruptcy filings in Silicon Valley are increasing, signaling potential challenges for startups.
- Revenue multiples are not solely influenced by interest rates, emphasizing the importance of company fundamentals.
- Global talent trends are reshaping SaaS economics, impacting developer salaries and outsourcing strategies.
- Secondary markets are experiencing high volumes despite price discounts, indicating a need for liquidity solutions.
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