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WSJ: VCs Reducing Appetite for Risk

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In an article published today (Venture Capital to Suppress Its Appetite for Risk in 2013), the Wall Street Journal reports that venture capitalists have dramatically lowered their appetite for risk, reducing the power of Internet entrepreneurs who are seeking funding.

The article notes that:

  • In light of disappointing stock-market performance of Facebook, Zynga and Groupon, VCs are investing less in consumer Internet companies.
  • During the past year, valuations have gone down significantly.
  • On a quarter-over-quarter basis, the number of deals, the amount invested and the percentage of “up” rounds all have declined.

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