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WTF Do Venture Capitalists Actually Do?
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Venture capital is a $250 billion industry that invests in promising startups like FTX, Theranos, and WeWork, distinct from private equity and hedge funds. As a type of private equity, venture capital involves investing in non-public companies, which are less transparent and harder to trade than public companies, leading investors to expect higher returns. While most private equity focuses on established companies, venture capitalists invest in early-stage businesses, often just ideas on a napkin, targeting wealthy individuals or pension funds who meet SEC accredited investor criteria.
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