Are people still making comments like these in 2025?
What the hell do profits have to do with valuing tech startups?
Profitability might not be as relevant as it used to be in M&A discussions, but it matters when you’re paying $1B.
Valuations like this only make sense if there’s a clear path to significant strategic leverage or future cash flow.
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Profitability might not be as relevant as it used to be in M&A discussions, but it matters when you’re paying $1B.
Valuations like this only make sense if there’s a clear path to significant strategic leverage or future cash flow.