Rather than risk selling shares at lower prices in new fundraising rounds, a growing number of venture capital-backed startups are extending previous rounds—in some cases, extending ones that appeared closed over a year ago.

Amid a broad downturn in venture funding, round extensions help maintain startup valuations

Risks from falling valuations prompt more startups to extend funding rounds | Mint  MintDreaded 'down rounds' shave billions off startup valuations  The Star OnlineCorporate VC is booming, but is it what your startup needs?  The Business TimesView Full Coverage on Google News

Risks from falling valuations prompt more startups to extend funding rounds | Mint - Mint

Risks from falling valuations prompt more startups to extend funding rounds | Mint

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