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Last Updated: April 2026 As of Apr 2026, there are over 1,735 unicorns globally, spanning around 59 countries. This marks a notable increase from previous years, with the number rising significantly since 2022, when there were approximately 1,413. The U.S. remains a leader, hosting around half of the world’s unicorns 890 and claiming more than …
Microsoft Corporation was founded in 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen in Albuquerque. The company was profitable almost from day one. It is currently the world’s leading technology platform, fundamentally shaping the 2026 landscape through its AI-first strategy and its dominance in enterprise cloud computing. Founded in 1975, the company’s 1986 IPO remains one …
The importance of picking the right co-founders was brilliantly explained by Paul Graham. He says that co-founders are to a startup what location is for real estate. You can change anything about a house except its location. Similarly, a startup can change its core idea, mission, or targeted market, but changing its co-founders is hard. …
The fundraising landscape in 2026 has shifted toward a “hybrid” model where digital platforms play a critical role alongside traditional venture capital. For startups, choosing the right platform is no longer just about the money. It is about the speed of closing, the quality of the investor network, and the long-term impact on the cap …
FinTech refers to any organization that uses technology to enhance or automate financial services and operations. It is a combination of “finance” and “technology”. The term refers to a rapidly growing industry that provides various services to both consumers and businesses. FinTech has various applications, ranging from mobile banking to insurance to cryptocurrency and investment …
When Reddit went public on March 21, 2024, it marked a defining moment for one of the internet’s most influential platforms. This wasn’t just another tech IPO; it was the moment when a community-driven platform, famous for championing retail investors during the 2021 meme-stock frenzy, asked those same investors to bet on its own future. …
2026 is shaping up to be a blockbuster year for SpaceX. The recently announced merger with xAI values SpaceX’s pre-merger shares at 25% higher than December’s secondary market offering, and the current secondary market activity shows an additional 17.84% premium above the $1.25 trillion merger valuation. In just two months, SpaceX’s valuation has surged by …
Last Updated: Feb, 2026 Choosing a business entity is one of the most important legal decisions an entrepreneur makes when starting a new company. With the numerous advantages, it provides to the entrepreneur, the Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) is gaining favor. A limited liability partnership (LLP) is a type of business entity that combines the …
I’m pleased to announce my acceptance into the Forbes Finance Council, an exclusive, invitation-only community of accomplished finance executives, entrepreneurs, and investors shaping the future of global capital. It’s an honor to join this distinguished group and contribute to its mission of advancing thought leadership and innovation within the industry. Why I’m Joining the Forbes …
Startups usually raise enough capital to operate for about 24 months. But when that runway ends, investors expect evidence of either product-market fit or rapid scaling to justify the next round. The danger is treating those 24 months as breathing room. Instead, think of the first 3 months as your window to prove scalability. Then, …
2025 proved to be a transformative year for M&A with over $85 billion changing hands in the year’s largest single transaction alone. From mega-mergers in utilities and transportation to sovereign wealth fund acquisitions in gaming, the deals closed this year signal major shifts in corporate strategy and industry consolidation. Top 100 M&A Deals of 2025 …
Private equity firms continue to attract investors seeking superior returns compared to public markets. The private equity industry has achieved tremendous growth, with investment volumes reaching historic highs in recent years. Despite market volatility, private equity remains a compelling investment place for high-net-worth individuals and institutional investors who can navigate its inherent risks and illiquidity. …
Tech companies, especially software-as-a-service (SaaS) companies, have been investor favorites for decades and for good reason. These companies often create a new niche for themselves and are highly scalable. In this article, we will take a close look at the gross profit margins of such companies, one of their key differentiators in the eyes of …
In 1993, Jensen Huang, Chris Malachowsky, and Curtis Priem founded NVIDIA as a fabless manufacturer of graphics accelerator chips for desktop computers. At the time, NVIDIA had secured funding of $20 million from investors like Sequoia Capital and Sutter Hill Ventures. In 1999, NVIDIA came up with the GeForce 256, which it positioned as the …
Apple Inc. is one of the top five IT giants in the United States with a market capitalization of $3.445 trillion as of August 2025. The company’s ownership structure is characterized by institutional investors, with over 60% of shares held by major investment firms, while retail investors maintain a substantial 51.43% stake. Apple’s capital structure …
The landscape of Fortune 500 companies is evolving, driven by several key market trends that reflect broader economic shifts and consumer preferences. Reports indicate that 38% of these businesses have set targets for significant sustainability initiatives by 2030, with many already achieving or aiming for carbon neutrality. In 2025, the Fortune 500 companies collectively accounted …
In 1944, the US dollar became the world’s reserve currency, and steadily it became the default currency for international trade. This is why globalization and international trade helped the US economy flourish for over eight decades. However, the presently unfolding tariff tensions may end up disrupting business models across the US, especially those directly dependent …
A lack of liquidity can kill businesses sooner than insolvency. While a business can continue operating for a while after becoming insolvent, a lack of liquidity will certainly bring operations to a screeching halt. This statement is particularly true for businesses such as banks that operate with significant leverage. Hence, in this article, we will …
A company’s ability to address its short-term financial commitments depends on how well it manages the resources available to its immediate debts. This balance is evaluated using a financial metric that compares current assets to current liabilities. This offers insight into the firm’s liquidity and operational efficiency. Understanding this metric helps businesses anticipate potential cash …
There’s a financial adage that goes something like, “Revenue is vanity, profit is sanity, but cash is reality,” and more rightly so. A 2015 study shows that nearly 90% or even more startups fail, of which 29% fail due to cash crunches. Cash issues are the second most common reason for failures after the lack …
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