European venture firms Kinnevik and Molten Ventures have both warned of “volatility” caused by US president Donald Trump’s recent barrage of tariffs, as the continent’s startups scramble to navigate the uncertainty.
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April 24, 2025
Revolut and TravelPerk backers warn of market volatility in wake of Trump tariffs
Publicly listed investors Kinnevik and Molten Ventures report mixed results in annual trading updates
Kai Nicol-Schwarz and Mimi Billing
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Kai Nicol-Schwarz was a senior reporter at Sifted. He covered AI and UK tech.

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