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A Data-Driven Guide to Portfolio Construction
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Most emerging managers have a clear investment thesis. But turning that thesis into a well-structured Fund I portfolio that balances conviction, diversification, and LP expectations is a more complex challenge.
This data report analyzes how funds on Sydecar are approaching portfolio construction in practice. From how many companies they’re backing to how they handle follow-ons, the report sheds light on what Fund I deployment actually looks like today.
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Typical investment timelines and number of portfolio companies
How managers are using SPVs for follow-ons instead of reserving capital
Average check sizes and valuations by stage
Trends in deal structure, including the rise of SAFEs
Why execution speed is emerging as a differentiator with LPs
Get the data and benchmark your strategy against how today’s Fund I managers are actually deploying capital.
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