Why Startup Valuations in 2026 Are Fundamentally Different from 2021
Why Startup Valuations in 2026 Are Fundamentally Different from 2021 Summary Valuations in 2026 have shifted from the narrative-driven, liquidity-fuelled peaks of 2021 to a discipline-focused approach where measurable performance, capital efficiency, regulatory clarity and operational rigour determine value. Investors now anchor pricing to unit economics, retention-adjusted lifetime value, defensible IP and predictable growth pathways. […]