Why fintech valuation concerns are short sighted

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Financial technology (fintech) is fuelling a cycle of disruption in the financial services industry.

 Our strong case for fintech is driven by a combination of secular tailwinds, innovative technologies and the sector's long runway for growth. Odey AM's Hanbury joins board of fintech firm JUMO Although valuations could appear stretched to some, this view does not take into account fintech's great potential for growth over the coming decades.  Fintech's detractors also note the sector's high potential returns could come with commensurate risks during bear markets. Fintech's opportunities far exceed its risks. After all, by our calculations, companies with combined market capital...

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