How VCs Are Betting on Startup Secondary Markets in 2026

Episode notes

Lucas and Luna dive into the booming secondary market for startup shares, where employees and early investors are cashing out before an IPO. They analyze a recent $150 million tender offer at Stripe, the rise of new platforms like Forge Global and EquityZen, and how secondary markets are reshaping the venture capital landscape. Along the way, they touch on the data showing a surge in secondary transactions and what it means for founders, VCs, and limited partners. A must-listen for anyone navigating the private markets in 2026. #SecondaryMarkets #StartupLiquidity #VentureCapital #Stripe #ForgeGlobal #EquityZen #TenderOffer #EmployeeEquity #PrivateMarkets #PreIPO #LiquidityEvent #VCInvesting #Business #Technology #Finance #StartupLife #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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