In a world where startup headlines are dominated by billion-dollar valuations and flashy unicorn initial public offerings (IPOs), a quieter but more sustainable movement has been gaining traction: zebra startups. These companies, built on principles of ethical growth, profit with … Continue reading
Impact Investing
Investors are increasingly realizing that sustainable practices are not only essential for the well-being of our planet and society, but it is also possible for them to balance environmental and social impacts with their investment goals. In fact, the number … Continue reading
In recent years, there has been a shift in the investment landscape as more individuals and institutions are prioritizing social and environmental impact alongside financial returns. This growing trend, known as impact investing, is extending its reach into private markets. … Continue reading
Angel investors have long played an important role in the private markets, providing crucial funding and guidance to help startups and early-stage companies. These investors are typically high net worth individuals who invest their own money into businesses, often in … Continue reading
As we continue through 2023, the private market is seeing a number of trends that could continue to have an impact on investors, startups, and the overall industry. Here are ten private market trends to watch in the year ahead: … Continue reading
Crowdfunding has become a popular method of fundraising for early-stage companies in recent years. Crowdfunding allows entrepreneurs to raise capital from a large number of individual investors, typically through online platforms, and has become a valuable tool for startup financing. … Continue reading
Impact investing has been a prevalent topic of discussion recently, with a survey from Pitchbook finding that 56% of North American asset managers use an Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) risk factor framework, and 61% offer impact investing strategies[1]. It … Continue reading
For investors looking to make a difference, investment strategies like SRI and impact investing and risk management frameworks like ESG are tools that can help guide ethical investment decisions. Continue reading
