SoftBank's Son Said to Discuss Setting Up Third Vision Fund

SoftBank's Son Said to Discuss Setting Up Third Vision Fund

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The video discusses the performance of SoftBank's Vision Funds, led by Masayoshi Son. Despite significant losses in the past quarters, there is consideration for a third fund. Son's contrarian investment strategy is highlighted, especially in a declining market. The internal rate of return for the funds is compared to industry averages, showing challenges ahead. SoftBank's financial position is strong, with substantial cash reserves, partly due to selling Alibaba shares, which may support future ambitious investments.

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What has been the performance of SoftBank's Vision Funds in the past two quarters?

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Why is it surprising that SoftBank is considering raising a new fund?

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What strategy does Masayoshi Son employ when investing in startups?

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What are the internal rates of return for Vision Fund compared to the industry average?

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How has SoftBank's cash position changed recently?

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