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Rocket Internet asks shareholders to be patient

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Lars HalterJune 9, 2016

Berlin-based start-up incubator Rocket Internet is making millions in losses. Some of its online-delivery and fashion shops are keeping it going. But shareholders shouldn't expect their investment to achieve lift-off any time soon, says Rocket CEO Oliver Samwer, as he is expecting a lean period. He says Rocket's business model is to expand rapidly BEFORE realizing profits.

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