-66%
est. 2Y upside i
Rank
#1048
Sector
Fintech
Est. Liquidity
~4Y
Data Quality
Data: MediumOper is a Series A fintech company with a moderate competitive moat and medium incumbent threat, operating in a large, untapped European digital mortgage market.
Last updated: March 10, 2026
Oper leverages its AI-powered platform and recent 'Best Digital Mortgage Platform' award to rapidly expand across Europe, securing major bank partnerships in France and Germany. Revenue scales to $40M ARR by 2028, justifying a $247.5M valuation at ~6x revenue as a clear market leader.
Oper continues steady growth within its core European markets, securing additional mid-sized bank clients. Revenue reaches $14M ARR by 2028, leading to an acquisition or next funding round at a $96.25M valuation, reflecting solid execution amidst moderate competition.
Increased competition from incumbents and well-funded rivals, coupled with slow bank adoption, stifles Oper's growth. Revenue stagnates around $10M ARR, resulting in a down round or acquisition at $13.75M, significantly impacting common stock value due to liquidation preferences.
Preference Stack Risk
highFunding Intensity
27%Investors hold $15M in liquidation preferences. In an exit at or below $15M, common shareholders would receive nothing. If the company exits at $55M, preferred shareholders receive their $15M, leaving $40M for common shareholders.
Dilution Risk
highAs a Series A company, Oper is likely to pursue additional funding rounds (Series B, C, etc.) in the next 2-4 years, which will result in further dilution for existing common shareholders.
Secondary Liquidity
noneFor a Series A company of this size, there is typically no active secondary market for common stock or options, limiting early liquidity opportunities.
Questions to Ask at the Interview
Strategic questions based on Oper's data — designed to show you've done your homework.
- 1
“Given the acquisitions of competitors like Cloudvirga and Acre by larger entities, how does Oper plan to navigate the competitive landscape and differentiate its offering to either become a leading independent player or an attractive acquisition target?”
- 2
“With current revenue at ~$8M and a $55M valuation, what are the key milestones and growth metrics Oper aims to achieve in the next 12-24 months to justify its current valuation and prepare for future funding rounds?”
- 3
“Considering the Series A funding and the preference stack, what is the company's philosophy on employee equity, and what are the anticipated timelines or mechanisms for potential liquidity events for common shareholders?”
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