Valuation Without Gravity - Issue #565 Tuesday, September 2nd 2025 08:23AM
The Focus
Revolut’s $75 billion valuation from its secondary share sale says more than numbers on a balance sheet. It signals that fintech is now judged on its ability to stand against banks that have dominated finance for generations.
Secondary sales offer liquidity for employees and set a market price, but they do not bring new capital or secure long-term backing. They reveal how investors feel today, not how resilient a business will be tomorrow.
The sector faces a familiar tension. Profit growth at firms like Revolut proves that digital banks can generate earnings beyond early hype. Valuations, however, continue to rise even faster than profits. When expectations outpace performance, history shows that corrections follow.
These high valuations also underline progress. A decade ago, few imagined digital-only firms could be valued alongside global banks. Investor confidence reflects that fintech has become part of the financial mainstream.
The harder question is sustainability. Lasting success will depend on profitability, regulatory approval, and the trust required to expand into new markets. Valuations can open doors, but fundamentals are what keep them open.
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Revolut Share Sale Lifts Valuation to $75 Billion as Expansion Accelerates
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