-66%

est. 2Y upside i

FinTechSeries A

Basic Capital is a fintech company disrupting America’s $1T retirement industry by building the mortgage for retirement, unlocking market ownership, and making wealth accessible to every American. Our mission is to create products, platforms, and a credit marketplace that power a fundamentally new retirement system.

Rank

#1025

Sector

Fintech

Est. Liquidity

~6Y

Data Quality

Data: Medium

Basic Capital presents a moderate upside opportunity driven by its innovative leveraged 401(k) and alternative asset platform, which is significantly bolstered by recent favorable regulatory shifts.

Last updated: March 10, 2026

Bull (30%)+300%

Basic Capital's pioneering leveraged 401(k) and alternative asset platform, strongly supported by recent regulatory shifts, rapidly gains market share from traditional providers. Revenue scales to $100M+ within two years, justifying a $500M valuation (4x current estimated) as employers and participants embrace enhanced investment opportunities.

Base (40%)+50%

Basic Capital successfully acquires early adopters among employers, growing assets under management steadily. While facing moderate competition from incumbents and navigating complex regulatory nuances, the company achieves $40M in revenue within two years, leading to a $187.5M valuation (1.5x current estimated) as it solidifies its niche.

Bear (30%)-80%

Despite initial regulatory tailwinds, the high regulatory barrier, coupled with incumbent financial institutions launching competing offerings, slows Basic Capital's adoption. Growth stalls, leading to a down round or acquisition at a $25M valuation (0.2x current estimated), effectively wiping out most common stock value due to liquidation preferences.

Est. time to liquidity~6.0 years

Preference Stack Risk

high

Based on an estimated $125M post-money valuation and $25M total funding, investors hold $25M in liquidation preferences ahead of common stock. In an exit at or below $125M, common shareholders would receive value only after this $25M preference is paid.

Dilution Risk

high

As a Series A company, Basic Capital will likely require several more funding rounds before an exit, leading to significant future dilution for common shareholders.

Secondary Liquidity

none

Given its early Series A stage, there is currently no active secondary market or tender offers for Basic Capital's equity.

Engineering — 7 roles

Growth — 6 roles

Operations — 4 roles

View all 17 open roles at Basic Capital →

Last updated: March 10, 2026

Questions to Ask at the Interview

Strategic questions based on Basic Capital's data — designed to show you've done your homework.

  • 1

    “The recent executive order on alternative assets in 401(k)s is a significant tailwind. How is Basic Capital specifically navigating the ongoing regulatory clarifications from the DOL and SEC, particularly regarding fiduciary responsibilities and the requirement for alternative assets to be part of diversified, professionally managed funds?”

  • 2

    “Basic Capital's model offers 5x investing power. Can you elaborate on the typical adoption rates and asset growth you're seeing from employers and participants, and what strategies are in place to scale this rapidly given the competitive landscape with established 401(k) providers?”

  • 3

    “Given the Series A funding and the need for future capital, how is the company thinking about managing potential dilution for common shareholders, and what is the estimated timeline and strategy for a liquidity event?”

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