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Assessment of Realistic Valuations for Indian Startup

 

 Assessment of Realistic Valuations for Indian Startup

   Source: News9plus


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To understand the concept of a "shark tank," it is essential to grasp the meaning of the term "sharks." The sharks aren't merely financial gains, angel investors, or venture capitalists. The essence of the true shark tank lies in the generation of value for both investors and customers. It embodies a fervent vision that propels founders to initiate ventures, thereby instigating value generation. To illustrate the concept of value creation, consider the case of the "traitorous 8" in 1957. These individuals departed their positions at Shockley Transistors, giving rise to the inaugural start up, Fairchild Semiconductors. This groundbreaking enterprise introduced innovation to the industry and remains integral to the modern IT sector.

Startups traverse various cycles, tailored to accommodate setbacks. Their viability hinges not solely on expansion or institutional development, but on catering to customer needs, refining operations, and subsequently directing attention to profits. While unwavering survival is imperative, securing funds is essential for sustenance. Thus, amidst an era where investor enthusiasm wanes, startups conceived by tech giants possess superior survival prospects. Instances like YouTube, Instagram, and Chat GPT exemplify this, thriving due to strategic monetization by tech behemoths – Google, Meta (formerly Facebook), and Microsoft. This phenomenon has spurred the emergence of more monopolies.

Amidst this turbulent landscape, the nurturing of startups, even in competition with well-capitalized tech-born ventures, engenders robust unicorns. These resilient entities not only endure but endeavor to prosper, contributing significantly to the Indian economy. This could potentially trigger a reboot of the ecosystem, emphasizing the rekindling of profitability, reminiscent of times gone by.


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