Iconiq VCs spent two years courting Chime and the firm isn't selling its stake | TechCrunch
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Chime's recent IPO raised $864 million, signifying a major milestone for the neobank as it began trading at $43. Despite not being the largest IPO of the year—CoreWeave raised $1.5 billion—Chime has garnered attention for its strong backing from notable Silicon Valley investors, including Iconiq's Yoonkee Sull. The journey to this point has been rocky for Chime; co-founders Chris Britt and Ryan King faced significant struggles in 2016, having been declined by over 100 VCs before securing critical funding. Iconiq’s early interest in Chime reflects a strategic approach to investing in proven founders.
Chime's successful IPO, raising $864 million, highlights its ascent in the fintech space, reflecting strong interest from top Silicon Valley investors.
With a remarkable debut price of $43 per share, Chime demonstrates significant investor confidence despite being overshadowed by larger IPOs like CoreWeave.
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