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/in Uncategorized / not displayed in blog /by VenionaireMARKET PULSE #2 – A Benefit Beyond Borders: The European Venture Sentiment Index
/in Market Pulse, News /by VenionaireIn the world of venture capital, every decision counts. In this landscape of calculated risks and high stakes, having access to reliable insights is essential. Enter the European Venture Sentiment Index (EVSI), a transformative report that is reshaping how VC investors perceive and navigate the European start-up ecosystem.
A Trusted History: The EVSI’s Origins
The EVSI embarked on its journey in the first quarter of 2020. A period fraught with uncertainty due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It was during these tumultuous times that Venionaire Capital recognized the imperative need for a comprehensive barometer to gauge the health of Europe’s dynamic start-up ecosystem. Since its inception, the EVSI has served as an indispensable resource. It is providing a clear and informed view of the state of innovation and investment in Europe.
To be more precise, here are 7 things you need to know about the EVSI explained by Amanda Intelli, our Educational Video Expert:
Validity and Expertise: Beyond the Numbers
The EVSI report is the product of a rigorous methodology and profound expertise. Over 4,000 seasoned investors, including business angels, venture fund managers, and family offices, actively participate in the European Venture Sentiment Surveys. Furthermore, the surveys, conducted by Venionaire Capital, employ personal interviews within a focus group and a smaller control group.
The collected data undergoes meticulous scrutiny, resulting in the creation of indices for current sentiment and projected outlook. These indices weigh critical factors, such as investor willingness to invest, perceptions of startup valuations, the quality of deal flow, the level of competition, and other related factors. The outcome is not just data. It’s a robust and actionable dataset that can indicate current and upcoming preferences and behaviours of investors with regards to their investment decisions.
Your Contribution Holds Significance
You may wonder why your participation in the European Venture Sentiment Survey is vital. The answer is clear: your insights are invaluable. As VC investors or Business Angels, your perspectives and experiences within the start-up ecosystem carry substantial weight. By actively participating in the survey, you directly influence the accuracy and relevance of the EVSI, shaping the trajectory of European venture capital.
A Benefit Beyond Borders
The influence of the EVSI transcends individual contributions, benefiting the entire European ecosystem:
Investors Gain Precision: The EVSI aligns your perspectives with market sentiments, enabling you to benchmark your outlook against peers across regions and industries. This empowerment leads to more informed investment decisions and enhanced risk management.
Start-ups Flourish: For start-ups, the EVSI is an invaluable compass in the turbulent seas of entrepreneurship. It offers insights crucial for international expansion, fundraising readiness, and strategic decision-making in challenging economic climates.
Industry-Wide Insights: While other indices may have a regional or investor group focus, the EVSI provides a comprehensive view of the European venture landscape. It encompasses diverse economic regions and various start-up sectors, making it a go-to resource for industry-wide insights.
Unlocking the Future of European Venture Capital
In the data-driven world of VC investing, the European Venture Sentiment Index is more than just numbers. It’s a strategic guide and an essential resource for the VC community. By actively contributing to the EVSI, you become part of a movement that is driving innovation and growth within Europe’s start-up ecosystem.
In a Europe-wide, quarterly survey, we assess the current sentiment of venture capital investors and business angels. Furthermore, we assess their current outlook for the coming quarter. Unregulated private investors (such as family offices, high-net-worth individuals, and top-managers), as well as regulated (institutional) investors have a strong impact on the speed of development and disruptiveness of European innovation. On the other hand, European and regional governments have implemented a range of mechanisms, designed to support and foster innovation in specific fields and encourage private co-investments. It is a rather untransparent market, where dynamics of valuations, the climate to raise funds, and only very active investors sense the quality of deal flow in all kinds of stages, regions, and industries.
Join the conversation, share your insights, and embrace the power of informed decisions with the European Venture Sentiment Index.
Salzburger e-Signatur Startup sproof erhält 3 Millionen von European Super Angels Club und Co-Investoren
/in Uncategorized / not displayed in blog /by VenionaireMARKET PULSE #1 – The Significance of Achieving Product-Market Fit
/in Market Pulse, News /by VenionaireIn the world of startups, securing Series A funding is a crucial milestone on the path to growth and success. Less than 15% of all startups who received seed capital will take this hurdle and get a chance to accelerate growth, or get on a soonicorn track. However, before professional venture capital funds are willing to invest into your venture, they need to see evidence of a strong product-market fit. In this article, we will explore what product-market fit entails, why it is vital for series A funding, and how you can prove it through suitable metrics.
Understanding Product-Market Fit
Product-market fit can be defined as the sweet spot where your product or service perfectly aligns with the needs and desires of your target market. It is the point where your offering resonates so strongly with customers that they are willing to pay for it, and you have a sustainable competitive advantage.
Why Product-Market Fit is crucial for Series A Funding
- Validation: Demonstrating product-market fit validates that your startup has a clear understanding of its target audience and their pain points. Investors are more likely to support ventures that have a proven demand for their product or service.
- Scalability: Achieving product-market fit signifies that your startup has identified a scalable business model. Companies that can rapidly grow and penetrate a large market are highly interesting for investors.
- Reduced Risk: Startups that have achieved product-market fit are perceived as less risky investments. Evidence of a strong product-market fit suggests that you have reduced the risk of failure or market rejection.
How to proof Product-Market Fit
While product-market fit is often qualitative, there are several metrics that can help you quantify and prove this alignment. Here are a few metrics to consider:
- Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC): A low CAC shows that you have found a cost-effective way to acquire customers, implying that your product meets their needs. This is indeed a positive sign for investors.
- Customer Retention Rate: A high customer retention rate suggests that your product is delivering long-term value and meeting customer expectations. This demonstrates the stickiness of your offering in the market.
- Net Promoter Score (NPS): NPS measures customer satisfaction and loyalty. A high NPS indicates that your product is meeting or exceeding customer expectations, leading to positive word-of-mouth referrals.
- Revenue Growth: Consistent and significant revenue growth is a strong indicator of product-market fit. Investors want to see a track record of increasing revenues, signaling a growing customer base and demand.
- Market Demand: Conducting customer surveys, focus groups, and analyzing market trends can provide insights into the demand for your product. This data can help validate your product-market fit.
To sum up, achieving product-market fit is a critical step towards qualifying for series A funding. It shows that your startup has identified a target market and developed a product that meets their needs. By utilizing suitable metrics to quantify and prove this alignment, you can instill confidence in investors and increase your chances of securing funding. Remember, product-market fit is an ongoing journey, and continuous feedback from customers will help you adapt and refine your offering to stay ahead in the competitive startup landscape.
If you have any questions or need further guidance on achieving product-market fit, feel free to reach out. We’re here to support you on your entrepreneurial journey!
Investing Into The Future
/in Crypto, Insights, News /by VenionaireOur Venture Partner Peter Augustin and our Investment Director David Teufel in an interview at New Business about the first Austrian crypto fund “Tigris Web3”.
Crypto Trends 2023
/in Crypto, Insights, News /by VenionaireAs the year comes to an end Venionaire’s Investment Director David Teufel summarised the crypto trends for 2023.
EU Regulations: DAC7 Implementation and its implications for platform operators
/in Compliance & Governance, Insights, News /by VenionaireThe constant expansion of the digital economy leads automatically to legal changes and adjustments. The 6th Amendment to the EU Mutual Assistance Directive, also known as DAC7, is a significant development in the effort to improve tax transparency and compliance in the digital economy.
Learning from Startups
/in Market Pulse, News /by VenionaireBerthold Baurek-Karlic (CEO & Managing Partner at Venionaire) wrote an insightful guest article for die Austrian New Business Magazine and shared his view on the relationship between startups and corporates.
Old money for new ideas
/in Market Pulse, News /by VenionaireSome weeks ago Berthold Baurek-Karlic (CEO & Managing Partner of Venionaire) and Frank Floessl (Associate Partner @ Venionaire) met Barbara Steininger, Journalist at the Austrian Business and Economy Magazine Trend and talked about Family Offices, their reasons for investing differently than classic venture capital funds and why this can pay off for founders.
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