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Median Years to Exit for VC-Backed Companies

Line chart displaying the median years to exit for VC-backed companies by exit type (Acquisition, Buyout, Public Listing) from 2014 to 2024. In 2024, median years to exit stood at 9.9 for Public Listing, 9.7 for Buyout, and 7.1 for Acquisition.
| Label | Value shown on the chart |
|---|---|
| Public Listing (2024) | 9.9 |
| Buyout (2024) | 9.7 |
| Acquisition (2024) | 7.1 |
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