2022 has seen a completely different IPO landscape than 2021, with 186[1] companies going public so far this year through traditional IPOs, direct listing, and completed SPAC mergers. In comparison, a historic 516[2] IPOs were completed in 2021. Could 2023 … Continue reading
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As we enter 2023, there are several industries that private market investors may want to keep an eye on. These industries may be poised for growth and could provide investors with opportunities. Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning First and foremost, the technology … Continue reading
Inflation has been increasing in 2022, with the U.S. reporting an annual inflation rate of 7.1% for the 12 months ended November 2022[1]. In response to rising inflation, many banks have increased the interest rate of savings accounts, and the … Continue reading
The Metaverse is broadly described as a hypothetical future iteration of the Internet facilitated by virtual reality and augmented reality headsets. The use of virtual reality headsets allows users to become visually and audibly immersed in a 3D world to … Continue reading
In today’s times, alternative investments can be considered any financial instrument excluding traditional asset classes like stocks, bonds, or cash-related instruments. There are many types of alternative investments like private equity (PE), venture capital (VC), hedge funds, real estate, commodities, … Continue reading
When evaluating investment opportunities, diversification can be an essential part to managing investment goals. Diversifying your investment portfolio is considered a way to help balance the inherently risky nature of investments. How many companies should an investor have in their … Continue reading
In the 1950s, a generation of scientists, mathematicians, and philosophers were fascinated with the concept of artificial intelligence (AI). Humans use available information to help solve problems and make decisions, so how can machines use that same learning process to … Continue reading
Web 3.0, or Web3, may be a new topic for many, but as more people advocate for the technology and even invest in Web3 startups, it can be important to understand how it works and how it can be used. … Continue reading
Valuations refer to the process of calculating the financial market value of a company and are typically calculated when a company chooses to raise a round of private equity funding. For public companies, the process is streamlined – multiplying the … Continue reading
Podcasts and books help allow knowledge to become widespread as industry experts share their experience, the lessons they have learned, and strategies that worked for them while founding businesses or investing in startups. They can serve to support investors from … Continue reading
