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Rising discount rates force AI firms to prioritize capital efficiency and near-term cash flow generation over speculative burn rates.

Impact: Accelerates M&A consolidation and forces startups to demonstrate unit economics before securing growth capital.

— from Berkshire Portfolio Shifts and AI Market Dynamics · OHNE AKTIEN WIRD SCHWER - Tägliche Börsen-News· May 18, 2026