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Why would you start a startup in an economic downturn? | Y Combinator

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In an economic downturn, there are obvious downsides of starting a startup — but there are also powerful upsides; because to survive, you have to *actually* build something people want.

Why would you start a startup in an economic downturn? February 21, 2023 · by Stephanie Simon There will likely be a recession in 2023, and the major downsides to starting a startup are obvious: There is less money in the system so selling and fundraising are harder; investors have less money to invest and companies have less money to spend on products. But these are also reasons it’s an especially good time to start a startup, especially with YC. Cost-sensitive customers can be helpful in the early days of your company. If they pay you in this tough environment, it's a stronger signal. There’

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