One of the challenges that has emerged as potential buyers explore an acquisition of SVB Financial’s fund of funds platform is continuing access to the top names in venture capital, say sources familiar with the process.
4 min read · 27 March 2023
If the FDIC doesn’t find a buyer for SVB by Monday, some of its small tech company customers will likely struggle to meet their payrolls — and some may have no choice but to furlough employees or even file for bankruptcy protection, experts said.
8 min read · 12 March 2023
Despite the macro pressures, these are the best of times for those prepared to be selective and understand where the best deals reside, says Zach Lewy, CEO, CIO of Arrow Global.
8 min read · 01 March 2023
British Business Investments and Phoenix Group will act as anchors for the fund which is looking to back high-growth software and hardware companies.
2 min read · 02 November 2022
A rethink in fundraising plans is proving a boon for growth lenders.
5 min read · 01 November 2022
Connection Capital’s Claire Madden looks at how venture debt could plug vital funding lines as markets become choppier.
3 min read · 01 September 2022
A.R.I Venture Debt Opportunities Fund is in the market just as founder Zack Ellison is seeing a surge of interest from potential borrowers and investors desperate for returns in a market downturn.
4 min read · 17 June 2022
The fund has backing from a Korean private equity investor to provide non-dilutive capital to start-ups in the MENA region.
1 min read · 26 October 2021
Venture debt is a relatively unknown asset class, but recent rapid expansion signals a bright future. By John Bakie
5 min read · 01 September 2021
