Why now is the best time to buy tech companies

Why now is the best time to buy tech companies
In this economic climate, startups are very open to conversations about acquisition. (Image: Unsplash)
Nick Lissette
Buying a technology company in a bear market may seem just wrong. But downturns are opportunities for those with the right frame of mind.When I talked about my company Blackpearl Group’s intention to list on the New Zealand stock exchange (NZX) recently, I didn’t always get a positive reaction. "The global economy is in bad shape," people told me. "Tech stocks are down," others said. And yes, the Nasdaq has taken a battering this year. But bear markets can be a blessing in disguise. Market slowdowns, an...

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