U.S. Mid- and Small-Cap Banks: VC and Exit Markets Bi-Weekly: 3Q26 QTD U.S. VC Investments +43% Q/Q, +30% Y/Y; Deals Below $1B in Value +32% Q/Q, +13% Y/Y

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U.S. Mid- and Small-Cap Banks: VC and Exit Markets Bi-Weekly: 3Q26 QTD U.S. VC Investments +43% Q/Q, +30% Y/Y; Deals Below $1B in Value +32% Q/Q, +13% Y/Y

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