Sequoia Capital's YouTube Acquisition: $1.65B Exit and Record Value Creation

Google's acquisition of YouTube for $1.65 billion represents a landmark investment success for Sequoia Capital, which held approximately 30% equity stake worth ~$495 million. The 18-month-old company created nearly $100 million in value monthly, establishing what the author describes as a record rate of equity value creation. The article highlights Sequoia's reputation for aggressive, successful investments across multiple market cycles.