Published Jan 4, 2021

20VC: Bill Gurley and Howard Marks: What Happened In 2020? What Can We Expect Looking Forward to 2021?

Bill Gurley and Howard Marks delve into the complex dynamics of 2020's tech market, exploring the drivers of high public valuations and IPO trends, the economic impact of retreating globalization, and the intricate relationship between inflation, interest rates, and investment strategies.

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20VC: Bill Gurley and Howard Marks: What Happened In 2020? What Can We Expect Looking Forward to 2021?

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Lessons from the Nifty 50

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Finding Hope and Optimism

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Global Employment Solutions

Future of Work

The Retreat of Globalization

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Interest Rate Changes

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