When people think of how early-stage companies finance their initial growth, venture capital and private equity are often the first things that come to mind, but growth and venture debt have become increasingly prominent in the financial landscape, especially in the wake of the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank. Ross Ahlgren, a portfolio manager in the growth debt team at BlackRock, joins Oscar to help us understand the current themes driving growth and venture debt opportunities, how his team identifies and evaluates emerging trends, and the role of relationships and local presence shaping the future of this market.
Go back and listen to episode 120 "Why Are These Events Different to 2008?" where we break down what happened at Silicon Valley Bank in 2023.
00:00 Introduction to Venture and Growth Debt
01:31 Understanding Venture and Growth Debt
02:45 The Role of Venture Debt in Company Expansion
04:28 Misconceptions and Risk-Reward in Venture Debt
07:13 Impact of Silicon Valley Bank Collapse
13:32 Regional Differences in Venture Debt
15:01 Investment Opportunities and Risks
18:53 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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