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The transcript discusses the investment in ride-sharing companies, focusing on the balance between growth and profitability. It highlights the debate on the timeline for autonomous vehicle adoption, with some experts predicting a long wait. The conversation shifts to new investment opportunities, particularly in China and technology sectors like cloud and SaaS. The discussion concludes with a focus on the shift from public to private markets, emphasizing the increasing value creation in private investments.

What is the current focus of ride-sharing companies according to the transcript?

• Expanding into new markets

• Reducing the number of human drivers

• Balancing growth and profitability

• Maximizing short-term profits

Which geographic area is highlighted as a major focus for new investments?

• Africa

• Europe

• South America

• China

What is one of the business models mentioned as a focus for investment?

• SaaS technologies

• Retail

• Real estate

• Manufacturing

What trend is observed regarding companies going public?

• Companies are going public earlier

• Companies are going public later

• There is no change in the trend

• Companies are avoiding public markets

How does the delay in companies going public affect private market investors?

• It has no effect

• It makes investments riskier

• It increases the value they can capture

• It decreases their opportunities