Panel: Acquire, Exit, or IPO: Expansion Opportunities for Scaling Fintechs
As the fintech industry matures, the focus is shifting from hypergrowth to strategic, profitable expansion. In this evolving landscape, mature fintechs with established stability, strong market positions, and long-term strategies are considering options to acquire, exit, or pursue an IPO. In this session, we’ll explore essential strategies for fintechs navigating these opportunities, including the value of building on a stable core business before expanding and the impact of programmatic M&A in forming mutually beneficial partnerships. We’ll examine how fintechs are adapting to today’s challenges through targeted growth, selective alliances, and focused M&A to unlock greater value. Join us to gain insights into the key trends driving the next chapter of fintech growth, the impact of resilience across various verticals and growth stages on expansion opportunities, and the diverse pathways available—from acquisitions and strategic exits to IPOs and SPACs—as fintechs scale in a shifting financial landscape.
Tuesday 11 March 1:00 PM - 1:40 PM Hall C - Expo
As the fintech industry matures, the focus is shifting from hypergrowth to strategic, profitable expansion. In this evolving landscape, mature fintechs with established stability, strong market positions, and long-term strategies are considering options to acquire, exit, or pursue an IPO. In this session, we’ll explore essential strategies for fintechs navigating these opportunities, including the value of building on a stable core business before expanding and the impact of programmatic M&A in forming mutually beneficial partnerships. We’ll examine how fintechs are adapting to today’s challenges through targeted growth, selective alliances, and focused M&A to unlock greater value. Join us to gain insights into the key trends driving the next chapter of fintech growth, the impact of resilience across various verticals and growth stages on expansion opportunities, and the diverse pathways available—from acquisitions and strategic exits to IPOs and SPACs—as fintechs scale in a shifting financial landscape.
Hall C - Expo US/Pacific
Speakers
Global Head of Citi Ventures, Citi
Operating Partner, Searchlight Capital
President, Athena Capital
