Why VCs Are Betting on Secondary Markets for Startup Shares

Episode notes

This episode dives into the booming secondary market for startup equity, where employees and early investors are cashing out before an IPO. Lucas and Luna explore how a record $15 billion in secondary transactions closed in Q2 2026 alone, driven by companies like Palantir, Coinbase, and Rivian - whose shares have surged this week. They discuss what this means for liquidity, valuation, and the shifting dynamics between founders, VCs, and employees. Plus, a look at how platforms like Forge Global and EquityZen are reshaping the private market. A must-listen for anyone in the startup ecosystem. #SecondaryMarkets #StartupEquity #VentureCapital #PrivateMarkets #Liquidity #PreIPOShares #ForgeGlobal #EquityZen #Palantir #Coinbase #Rivian #EmployeeStock #TenderOffers #Business #Technology #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #VCInvesting Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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