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sanj
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There are a few data points missing from this analysis: like over what timeframe the 5x returns were realized:
I can get that over 20 years with an 8% return!
far33d
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Most VC funds have a 10 year lifetime, so all investment returns are for some period less than that.
sethjohn
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Very good point, but it seems more likely that poorly performing companies have a rather short (several years) lifetime.
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I can get that over 20 years with an 8% return!