How VCs Are Using Rolling Funds to Stay Nimble in 2026

Episode notes

Lucas and Luna explore the rise of rolling funds - a venture capital structure that allows investors to raise money on a quarterly basis rather than locking up capital for a decade. They dive into how firms like First Round Capital and AngelList are using this model to attract limited partners who want more flexibility, and why startups are increasingly comfortable with shorter-term capital commitments. Drawing on recent market data - including the 11.5% five-day jump in Meta and the 7.9% gain in NVIDIA - they discuss how rolling funds enable VCs to deploy capital quickly into high-growth sectors like AI and defense tech. This episode also touches on the regulatory implications and whether rolling funds signal a fundamental shift in how venture capital is structured. A must-listen for founders, LPs, and anyone curious about the mechanics of startup investing. #RollingFunds #VentureCapital #AngelList #FirstRoundCapital #LP #StartupInvesting #VCFundStructure #CapitalMarkets #NVIDIA #Meta #TechInvesting #InvestmentTrends #Business #Technology #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #VentureCapitalPodcast #StartupFunding Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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