Despite Recession Fears, VC Investments Show Confidence in Hot, New Ideas
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Venture capital investments in U.S. startups climb to a six-year high of $29.4 billion in 2007, raising hope that ample money will still be available to back promising new ideas even if the staggering economy falls into a recession.
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"...with volatility, there are opportunities."
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Even in a rough market, these companies are poised to soar.
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In the heady days of the dot-com boom, when pet food and groceries were sold on the Internet and venture capitalists seemingly tossed double- digit millions at any business plan with online possibilities, real estate stood waiting to be part of the
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Investors were reminded of the uncertainty plaguing Wall Street.
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Investing in small caps that have big bets in one market can sometimes bring rich rewards.
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The big money has its sights set on small companies.
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Bullish economic outlooks encourage investors.
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With the economy on shaky ground right now, some investors are predicting that private funding for high-tech companies could soon tank. But others disagree vehemently, arguing that investors should not be so quickly scared off.
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Hopes that healthy local economies might escape the force of a U.S. recession evaporated and fear gripped investors instead.
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Venture investment reaches a six-year high before declining in the fourth quarter.
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Value investors have more than one way to take advantage of bargains.
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Stunted growth may bring a good opportunity for investors.
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SAN FRANCISCO - It&#39;s been a tough recession for tech spending and a tough summer for tech stocks. But a Texas software outfit might give investors a reason to get back in the market.
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NEW YORK  Big may be beautiful again. For about two years, many market analysts have been predicting the return of large, growth-oriented companies. But smaller-company shares have persistently outrun the big boys. Now, with a fog of uncertainty clouding stocks, money managers are renewing their ...
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Venture capitalists expect consistent levels of investment in 2007, according to an industry survey.
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A drop in investments in the third quarter is a sign that investors are still proceeding with caution, but some VC leaders are spinning it as a summer break. -washingtonpost.com