IVCA Feature: 2025 Predictions for Venture Capital and Private Equity
The new year is is here … Happy 2025. As we begin another journey, what will be ahead in the new year, and how will it affect the Venture Capital and Private Equity world? The predictors and prognosticators in the financial media have had their say, and the IVCA offers the following articles/podcasts/YouTube takes that all look forward to the new investor year … which includes presidential transition.
Forbes.com, ’10 Areas VCs Are Looking to Invest in 2025’
When I asked leading early stage Venture Capitalists where they are looking to invest in 2025, it was no surprise that I heard a lot about AI. While the overall startup fundraising market has been bumpy this past year, AI has continued to be a bright spot and attract a lot of venture dollars.
BDO.com, ‘2025 Private Equity Predictions’
As Private Equity enters 2025, much of the industry is bullish on what changing macroeconomic conditions will bring for M&A. Interest rate cuts, projected Gross Domestic Product growth, and political changes, such as potentially softened regulations by the Federal Trade Commission and lower capital gains tax rates, are setting the stage for increased deal activity and fund raising.
READ MORE: https://www.bdo.com/insights/industries/private-equity/2025-private-equity-predictions#
Medium.com, ‘5 Reasons to be Bullish on Chicago’s Startup Ecosystem in 2025’
Chicago has the potential to be a top city for building a startup. We’re one of the most affordable major cities, we’re home to a diverse range of industries and companies, and our region graduates more engineers than anywhere else.
FreshFields.us, ’M&A Predictions and Guidance for 2025’
Thousands of private equity portfolio companies are past their “sell by” dates and private capital institutions have trillions of dollars in dry powder to finance everything from senior debt to equity for purchases of these companies by M&A buyers. This seems like a perfect formula for an M&A explosion, right?
READ MORE: https://blog.freshfields.us/post/102js93/ma-predictions-and-guidance-for-2025
Interplay.vc, INNOVATION PODCAST: ‘2025 Predictions Episode’
As we look toward 2025, it’s clear that significant changes across technology, venture capital, and global dynamics are on the horizon. For the last podcast episode for 2024, the team discussed pivotal themes for the upcoming year, including advancements in artificial intelligence, shifts in Venture Capital markets, and the broader implications of de-globalization. This article synthesizes key insights and provides actionable takeaways for entrepreneurs, investors, and anyone looking to navigate these transformations.
LISTEN (58 minutes): https://www.interplay.vc/podcasts/2025-predictions-episode
Prof G Markets, PODCAST: ‘Predictions for 2025’
Scott Gallo shares his predictions for the year ahead, including his picks for the top investment, technology, and media platform of 2025. He also forecasts what could become the standout IPO of the year. And for the first time ever, Gallo ventures into uncharted territory with his prediction for the “chemical of the year.”
WATCH/LISTEN (48 minutes): https://youtu.be/e-fh2ubus80?si=5TjCL1B4xp4z5Tle
Insight Partners, YouTube Perspective: ‘Emerging Themes in Venture Capital Investments for 2024’
This fireside chat features a panel of Insight’s Managing Directors as they share essential insights on the trends, opportunities, and challenges shaping software and venture capital as we enter 2025.
WATCH (59 minutes): https://youtu.be/ngKEaDWoVj8?si=FAnaTqGkW8DA_oeT
Best But Never Final, YouTube PODCAST: ‘Private Equity 2024 Recap: Market Lessons and 2025 Projections’
Hosts Lloyd Metz, Doug McCormick, and Sean Mooney review the major themes shaping private equity in 2024, including liquidity challenges, market shifts, and investor dynamics. They discuss strategies to prepare for 2025 amid potential changes in interest rates, inflation, and emerging opportunities in industrials, food, and infrastructure services.
LISTEN (47 minutes): https://youtu.be/bKM91LgWNwQ?si=iShuTPNHWoRfTHxq
And Finally …
NB.com, ’Key Implications of Trump 2.0 for Private Equity’
FROM THE FIRM NEUBERGER/BERMAN: Since the policies and implications of Trump 2.0 remain difficult to predict, the range of potential outcomes is wide. Not only is it difficult to predict which policy initiatives a new president will actually implement, but also the effect such policies could have on Private Equity in a complex economy. We do believe, however, that the nimbleness of Private Equity managers and Private Equity-backed companies provides significant advantages in navigating a dynamic policy environment.
READ MORE: https://www.nb.com/en/global/insights/insights-key-implications-of-trump-2-0-for-private-equity
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