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Reflecting on Wish’s acquisition by Qoo10 for a mere $1 after a significant devaluation, it serves as a stark reminder of the perils of unchecked greed, especially for founders. Wish, once a thriving wishlist management app, expanded ambitiously but faced a sharp decline in stock value, dropping by 99% compared to its IPO valuation by August 2023. This cautionary tale underscores the volatile nature of the market and the importance of prudent decision-making in business endeavors. Indeed, it exemplifies the classic narrative of the rise and fall of an empire, urging entrepreneurs to navigate the delicate balance between ambition and sustainability. #startupwisdom #businesslessons #valuations #greed #investing #foodforthought

The GOATs of DTC True Classic 🐐 What a journey these guys have been on - from a small initial investment of $3,000 to growing profitably to a nine-figure brand within 4 years is absolutely outrageous! 😱 👏 Growing at this rate brings challenges of course - can we keep this rate of growth up, can we keep up with the demand, how do we actually push this growth even more? Partnering with Wayflyer for funding needs has helped True Classic to facilitate their rapid growth and make "big bets" on net new categories and markets without putting themselves in a tricky cash position or giving up equity. What an honour it has been to watch the growth of True Classic over the last few years and excited to see what comes in their next phase 🚀 #DTC #funding #blackfriday

2023 biz summary: * Acquired assets of three ecommerce businesses. Now managing six ecomm profit centers. Kept all the equity. * Grew existing businesses through new (and unexpected!) partnerships. * Executed on a new (to me) ecomm revenue model. * Sold film option rights for my fiction series. * Renewed film option rights for a different piece of fiction. * Gained a patent. * Continued pursuing another patent (it takes a while). * Cooked an arrangement with a large capital fund (we’ll see).

#IPONews | 🚀 Firstcry, Snapdeal's Unicommerce, Interarch Building Products, Gala Precision approved by Sebi to go public. Read more on this👇 #IPO #Snapdeal #Firstcry #SEBI 

Exciting news in the retail space! 🚀 fabric and Bounteous x Accolite are teaming up to revolutionize retail with their Composable Commerce (C2) Accelerator. This groundbreaking partnership merges fabric’s cutting-edge commerce platform with Bounteous x Accolite’s comprehensive digital transformation services, offering a seamless path for retailers to deliver top-notch customer experiences quickly. 🛒💥 Retailers, get ready to boost your conversions and unlock growth with this innovative composable commerce framework that simplifies and accelerates your journey to modern commerce. 🌟 Discover more about how fabric and Bounteous x Accolite are setting new standards in retail innovation and how the C2 Accelerator can transform your business. For full details, check out our latest press release. https://lnkd.in/gdBF-BES Contact us for a demo today! 📈✨ #RetailInnovation #ComposableCommerce #Partnership #C2Accelerator #fabricxBounteousxAccolite #ModernCommerce

While the UPC #barcode has dominated retail for 50 years, QR codes embedded with #GS1DigitalLink can help CPG brands share unprecedented amounts of data with consumers and business partners. Learn more in the 6/12 Startup CPG webinar with Amber Walls of GS1 US. https://ow.ly/Y92i50S2alS #barcodes

📣 Instacart IPO: Gain Market Insights with Spending Data At Facteus, we provide consumer transaction data that offers unparalleled insights into customer behavior and market trends. Our data is especially timely for those interested in newly public companies like Instacart. In this Money Talks post we show you Instacart spending throughout the years. Their obvious peak came in 2020 during the pandemic. Can they get back to those highs? Has consumer behavior changed back or is the delivery market just more competitive now? #facteus #alternativedata #altdata #consumerbehavior #consumerdata #consumerinsights #instacart #ipo

As the dust settles after the IPOs of ARM Holdings, LP and Instacart, their less-than-expected performance adds another layer of complexity to the tech valuation conversation. Klaviyo's similarly lukewarm reception might signify a broader market recalibration. These shifts not only affect investor sentiment but also pose critical legal considerations around disclosure and shareholder relations. With ARM's recent change in valuation post-IPO and Instacart's market performance, it's clear that the legal and financial landscapes are ever-evolving, requiring robust strategies for both companies and investors. #PostIPO #TechValuations #MarketTrends #Acquisitions https://lnkd.in/epJfejBV

🛍 Adapting to Evolving Retail Dynamics 🛒 Recent developments reveal a significant shift in the retail landscape. With venture capital becoming more selective, many retailers are rethinking their brick-and-mortar strategies. This trend highlights a critical pivot point: the necessity for businesses to adapt to evolving funding environments while re-evaluating their growth strategies. As retailers face these new challenges, agility and innovation become paramount. Embracing omnichannel strategies and exploring alternative financing options could be key to thriving in this adjusted market. The current climate offers a unique opportunity to innovate not just in how we sell, but also in how we fund and expand our physical presence. I think adding subscriptions and memberships, along with personalized services, can help retailers keep a steady income and not just rely on single sales. Look at Costco and Fabletics; they make most of their money from memberships alone. What strategies do you think retailers should adopt to overcome these financial hurdles and continue to grow? #RetailIndustry #BusinessStrategy #VentureCapital #RetailInnovation #MarketTrends #Subscriptions #PrivateEquity #CoreCompetencies #Growth #Memberships

Instacart will soon trade as "CART" on Nasdaq. Find out more. https://lnkd.in/d_73k2tS #instacart #investing #grocerydelivery #ipo #stockmarketnews #onlineshopping #initialpublicoffering #businessnews