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As for today, here are the 2 awesome FinTech stories that were changing the world of financial technology as we know it. This was yet another good week in the financial technology space so make sure to check all the above stories. Banking meets FinTech: Standard Chartered inks a major deal with Wise 🏦🤝📱
The news 🗞️ In yet another signal of growing cooperation between traditional banking and FinTech, Standard Chartered has announced a strategic partnership with cross-border payments giant Wise. The deal will enable Standard Chartered to offer enhanced multi-currency money transfers across Asia and the Middle East, leveraging Wise's established payments infrastructure. Let’s take a look at this and see why it matters. More on this 👉 The partnership will integrate Wise's technology into Standard Chartered's SC Remit service, allowing customers to transfer money in 21 currencies, including major ones such as USD, EUR, GBP, SGD, HKD, and JPY. A key feature of this integration is the promise of mid-market exchange rates without markups, combined with near-instantaneous transfer speeds. Stables, anyone? 👀 ICYMI: This deal represents an expansion of an existing relationship between the two companies, following their earlier partnership in March 2024 through Standard Chartered's Hong Kong-based digital bank, Mox. The announcement had an immediate positive impact on Wise's market performance, with its shares rising 8.5% in London trading.
Zoom out 🔎 The partnership's significance is underscored by Wise's impressive operational metrics. The company currently holds over 65 licenses globally and maintains six direct connections to payment systems, enabling 63% of its cross-border transfers to be completed within 20 seconds. In the quarter ending September 2024, Wise processed £35.2 billion ($45.7 billion) in cross-border payments, marking a 20% year-over-year increase. Solid! 👏 ✈️ THE TAKEAWAYWhat’s next? 🤔 At the core, this partnership could mark a turning point in how traditional banks approach FinTech collaboration. Rather than developing competing solutions internally, as some banks like HSBC $HSBC have attempted, Standard Chartered's approach suggests a pragmatic shift toward leveraging existing FinTech infrastructure. For Wise, this partnership could catalyze similar deals with other major banks. Having a Tier 1 global bank like Standard Chartered as a partner significantly enhances Wise's credibility in the institutional banking sector. This is particularly noteworthy given Wise's historical stance of criticizing traditional banks' transfer fees and services. Looking ahead, the next steps for banks will be to embrace crypto innovation, the first of which will be leveraging stablecoins as both an asset and another rail. ICYMI: FinTech giant Wise is a trillion-dollar money mover in the making 😳💸 [unpacking the most important H1 FY25 numbers, what they mean & what’s next for Wise]
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Earnings time 🤑 In the third quarter of 2024, Fidelity National Information Services aka FIS $FIS delivered robust financial performance beating analyst estimates. Let’s look at the key numbers, what they mean, and whether FIS is worth your time and money in 2024. More on this 👉 Key facts & figures:
Zoom out 🔎 FIS continues to show market leadership and scale. One of the key things here is the dominant position in core banking technology with high barriers to entry. Mission-critical systems thus create sticky, long-term customer relationships. Additionally, a broad product suite across the money lifecycle enables powerful cross-selling, and strong recent wins across core banking platforms illustrate that well (IBS, Horizon, MBP). Another noteworthy thing is revenue quality. 80% recurring revenue provides stability and visibility while accelerating recurring revenue growth shows fundamental strength. Furthermore, the premium Payback loyalty solution is gaining significant traction while international expansion opportunities, particularly in APAC look promising for future growth. Finally, we have to speak about capital returns. FIS is now on track for a $4B share repurchase in 2024, which is very solid. Additionally, giving the company $700M returned to shareholders in Q3 alone while having a 35% dividend payout target demonstrates a commitment to shareholders. Risks & Challenges🛡️ Obviously, all of this isn’t without the risks. Here’s what we should be thinking about in the years to come:
Future outlook 🔮 Given the company's strong market position, accelerating recurring revenue growth, and robust capital return program, FIS presents a compelling risk/reward at current levels. The company's adjusted revenue growth guidance of 4.1-4.4% and EPS growth of 16-17% (normalized) demonstrate solid execution of its strategy. ✈️ THE TAKEAWAYWhat’s next? 🤔 All in all, while margin pressures and rising costs are concerning, these appear largely temporal rather than structural. FIS’s ability to expand segment-level margins while investing in growth initiatives is encouraging. Looking ahead, FIS appears well-positioned for sustained growth over the medium term, driven by:
Target 5-7% organic revenue growth and 100-150bps annual margin expansion by 2026, suggesting potential for 12-15% annual EPS growth. Key monitoring points include recurring revenue growth sustainability, margin progression, and competitive positioning in core banking modernization. More importantly, the transformation to a focused banking and capital markets technology provider following the Worldpay separation should drive multiple expansion as execution continues to improve. Disclaimer: this isn’t investment advice and you should always do your own research. ICYMI: Global Payments is set for margin expansion, but near-term growth headwinds warrant caution 👀📈 [breaking down their latest financials, what they mean, and whether Global Payments is worth your time and money in the years to come + more bonus reads inside] Payoneer: a hidden FinTech giant accelerating B2B cross-border payments growth 😤🚀 [breaking down their latest Q3 2024 financials, what they mean, why I’m bullish & why you should be too] Adyen’s Q3 2024: premium payments player hits growth speed bump, but long-term thesis remains intact 🫡📈 [see how premium payments player hits growth speed bump and why long-term thesis remains intact + more bonus reads inside] 🔎 What else I’m watching
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TODAY’S DEEP DIVEWhat if Google/Amazon Builds It? - Annoying Questions From VC & How You Should Think.If you are fundraising or looking to fundraise for your startup, you will see such types of annoying questions from VC :). Not only this, you will find some other things like - I don’t think this can be a venture scale business, We’d be interested when we see a bit more traction, Come back when you have a lead etc… and most founders don’t know how to think on this questions and proceed with it. So in this post, I will try to answer how you can think about above mentioned questions:
You will find a lot of VCs asking this question where Google substitutes with Amazon or Facebook or any other big company. It’s a valid question - this shows your startup edge and how will you win. Here are a couple of answers that may help:
Remember, being small and quick can be your superpower. Use it to outmanoeuvre the giants!
Previously I shared my thought process on how investors think about this particular question, let me know to share more info here Not every business needs venture capital (VC) money. It's like rocket fuel - great if you want to go to the moon but overkill for a quick trip to the store. VCs are looking for companies that can grow incredibly fast and become huge. They want to turn their money into a fortune, and fast. We're talking about businesses that can make $100 million a year in just five years. That's a wild ride, and it's not for everyone. But here's the funny thing: it's really hard to predict which ideas will explode like that. VCs often think they know, but they're wrong all the time. They might ignore a business selling stuff online, thinking it can't grow big enough. But what if it's the next big thing, like Stitch Fix? So, if you're thinking about chasing VC money, ask yourself: Do I really want to build a massive company? Can I handle hiring tons of people and working like crazy? If that sounds exciting, great! Think about how you'll grow your business super fast. How will you double or triple your sales each year? But if that sounds like too much, don't worry. There are other ways to get money for your business. You could talk to individual investors, try crowdfunding, or look into loans based on your revenue. These options are becoming more popular and might be a better fit for your dreams. The most important thing is to be honest with yourself about what kind of business you want to build. There's no shame in staying small or growing slowly if that's what makes you happy. Just make sure you're chasing the right kind of money for your goals.
When a VC tells you they want to see "more traction," it's like they're saying, "I'm not sure about your business, but maybe if you grow more, I'll change my mind." The problem is, most VCs can't really tell you exactly how much growth would convince them. If you suddenly made $100 million, sure, they'd all jump on board. But what if you grow to $100,000 a month in a year? Well... it depends. VCs like to keep their options open, so they'll always want to "check in later" unless you're clearly terrible or a scammer. It's frustrating, right? But here's how to handle it: Don't waste time trying to convince these fence-sitters. Put them in your "not interested" pile. Keep sending them updates, sure, but focus on finding investors who believe in you right now. You're better off meeting tons of investors and quickly figuring out who's actually excited about your idea. Remember, it's like dating. You don't want to spend months trying to convince someone to like you. You want to find someone who's into you from the start. So get out there, talk to lots of investors, and find the ones who get that spark in their eyes when you explain your business. Those are the folks you want on your team. Don't get hung up on the maybes. Keep moving, keep pitching, and the right investors will show up. It's a numbers game, so play it smart and don't let the "show me more traction" crowd slow you down.
When a VC says, "I'm in once you have a lead," they're basically saying, "I don't want to take the risk, but I don't want to miss out either." It's like they're waiting for someone else to give your idea a thumbs up before they jump in. But here's the thing - "lead" can mean different things to different VCs. Some want to see most of your money raised. Others just want to know the deal terms. And some are looking for a big investor to take charge and join your board. So, what do you do? First, get clear on what they mean by "lead." Don't be shy - ask them straight up. If they just want to see most of the money raised, you've got options. You could bring together a bunch of smaller investors without a traditional lead. It's called a party round, and it's pretty common these days. If they're just after the terms, you can set those yourself. Create your own deal on a simple agreement like a SAFE or convertible note. But if they want a big-shot lead investor who'll take a board seat and run the show, that's a whole different ballgame. The key is to not get hung up on these "maybe" investors. Keep moving, keep hustling. Build your round in whatever way works for you. Remember, there's more than one way to skin a cat - or in this case, raise some cash. Don't let the "we need a lead" crowd slow you down. If your idea's good and you keep pushing, you'll find the right investors who believe in you from the start. That's who you want on your team anyway. That’s it. What are the annoying things that you feel VC ask/say to you? Feel free to share in a comment. VENTURE CURATOR HUBAccess Curated Resources, Support Our Newsletter
QUICK DIVES1. Your Product's Untapped Growth Opportunity - The Adjacent User Theory By Bangaly Kaba (Former VP Growth @ Instacart, Instagram)The Adjacent User is someone who is interested in your product but faces challenges in fully using it. It’s a methodology for driving growth by focusing on the users who are aware of a product and have tried using it but are not able to successfully become engaged users. These users are on the periphery of a product's current user base and represent untapped potential for growth. Many founders miss this thing, which leads to not capturing full market share… Why Focus on Adjacent Users? Solving for the Adjacent User is critical for a few key reasons:
Identifying Adjacent Users Adjacent Users are those who are circling around the primary thresholds a user must cross to become an engaged, core user. At each threshold, there are users who have an equal or greater chance of not crossing over and drifting away For example, on Instagram, the key thresholds are:
At each stage, there are users who struggle to progress, and solving their problems enables the product to capture more of that audience and grow Challenges in Focusing on Adjacent Users There are a few factors that often lead teams away from focusing on Adjacent Users:
How to Focus on Adjacent Users To start focusing on Adjacent Users:
By focusing on Adjacent Users, startups can unlock the true potential of their current product-market fit and drive sustainable growth over time. I would highly recommend checking this article by Andrew Chen. 2. Jeff Bezos' Heuristic for HiringJeff Bezos says he hires people only if they pass 3 separate bars:
You can get answers to all three of these questions in a single, 30-minute interview if you ask the right questions.
I would highly recommend reading - Smart Management by Jochen Reb to learn more about it.
3. How do you build a VC fund deck to raise millions from LPs?Previously, I shared VC fund decks that raised $500 million from LPs. I received many queries about what the format should look like and what emerging fund managers should consider before building a VC fund deck. So, I'm sharing a few points that might be useful to emerging VC fund managers:
After considering these points, you can use the following template to create a VC Fund deck:
Also, if you are a solo GP, I would highly recommend checking the thread by Nichole Wischoff (Founder & GP of Wischoff Ventures) on what it takes to raise a VC fund round. Even check out the comments and replies on this thread. Join 35000+ Founders, Investors and Startup Enthusiasts Getting Tactics To Build, Learn and Implement About Startups and Venture Capital. THIS WEEK’S NEWS RECAPMajor News In VC, Startup Funding & Tech
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