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robryan on July 28, 2010 | parent | context | favorite | on: Hedge fund invests in LinkedIn at more than $2 Bil...

I guess what I mean is whether people that have followed them over time or are regular users, is that valuation really justified. I guess the investors could be looking to make a fairly quick profit if the do have an IPO.

mikeryan on July 28, 2010 [–]

* I guess the investors could be looking to make a fairly quick profit if the do have an IPO.*

I'd guess that IPO or Acquisition potential are the primary reasons for the investment.

... on a side note are we related? ;-)

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