The Israeli fintech sector is witnessing a significant downturn in investor confidence, according to a report published in Calcalist. Entitled “Startups Fear: Investors Come with Low Offers,” the piece underscores a deepening mood of cautiousness among financiers, increasingly leading them to extend reduced funding offers compared to previous years. The changing dynamics are notably impacting…
The reign of family-owned businesses in Israel’s economy is notably waning, as evidenced by a significant decline in their presence on the TA-125 Index, the Israeli stock market’s benchmark index comprising the 125 most significant public companies. According to a recent analysis by CTech, a section of Calcalist, which published the article “For the first…
Amid rising geopolitical tensions and economic volatility, Nasdaq-listed Pagaya Technologies is facing the brunt of Wall Street’s shifting confidence. The AI-driven financial technology company, which went public last year through a SPAC merger with EJF Acquisition Corp, has observed a stark decline in its shares, plummeting by 97% since its listing. As valuations tumble and…
In a bold move distinguishing itself from the financial turbulence faced by many tech startups, Indian financial app Dhan has successfully clinched a deal that propels it into the esteemed club of unicorns following a robust round of funding. Once celebrated with confetti by startups across sectors, the moniker of ‘unicorn’, which denotes companies valued…
In an apparent move to counterbalance the retail heft of Amazon’s Prime Day, Sam’s Club has rolled out an impressive array of deals aimed at capturing consumer attention and wallet share. This strategy, highlighted in a recent piece titled “Best Sam’s Club Deals to Compete with October Prime Day 2025 — My Favorite Deals” on…
In a strategic move designed to increase its stronghold in the Nordics, IKEA has opted to expand its high street presence, a shift from its traditional out-of-town warehouse model. The Swedish furniture giant, known globally for its ready-to-assemble furniture and home accessories, announced its latest acquisition—a landmark property on Oxford Street in London. The property,…
Israel’s tech sector is experiencing a significant downturn in investments, with funds halved from the previous year, and nearly a quarter less from the preceding quarter. This trend not only underscores challenges within the Israeli startup ecosystem but also reflects broader volatility in the global economic landscape, driven by inflation concerns and geopolitical instability. According…
In a notable shift that points to the evolving dynamics within the tech investment landscape, Israeli startups have raised approximately $2.5 billion in the third quarter of 2023, marking a 15 percent increase from the previous quarter but still reflecting a sharp 28 percent decline year-on-year. This nuanced set of figures, derived from a report…
In the ever-evolving landscape of startup entrepreneurship, one pivotal question looms large for founders as they commence their journey into the commercial market: “Do they believe in me?” This inquiry, as explored in a recent analysis by VC Cafe under the title “The Crucial Question Startup Founders Must Ask When They Start Selling,” highlights an…
In a recent discussion raised by Eze Vidra at VC Cafe, understanding the opaque reasons behind venture capitalists’ decisions to pass on investing in startups has been brought to light. Vidra’s article titled “The Real Reasons VCs Pass on Your Startup (And What They Won’t Tell You)” sheds light on the more subtle and often…
