Post by Carolin Seibel

😎 It’s not just the weather that’s heating up in Germany — the mega-IPOs surrounding SpaceX and Anthropic are dominating the German media as well. 〽️ My thoughts were sparked by a recent Table.Briefing by Alex Hofmann, which puts these potential IPOs and their significance for the German economy into perspective:  https://lnkd.in/eaQCzNkY Of course, the German capital market cannot be compared directly to the U.S. However, looking at these developments from a different angle, there are important lessons to take away: 💡 Capital follows future narratives. So the key question is: ❓ Can we attract enough capital in Germany for future technologies❓   Baden-Württemberg may not be Silicon Valley, but it has enormous strengths: industrial excellence, hidden champions, deep tech expertise, AI startups, as well as expertise in space, mobility, and defense. Therefore, perhaps the story needs to be told differently: 🤔 💫 Because capital doesn't only invest in technologies. 💫 Capital invests in growth potential, scalability, robust structures, and reliable framework conditions. This also includes competitive tax policies, attractive deal structures, reinvestment opportunities, and clear exit strategies. There is still room for improvement if we want to mobilize more capital for future narratives in Germany. 🚀