A down round is a term used in the venture capital industry to describe a situation where a startup raises capital at a lower valuation than its previous funding round. This is a common scenario in the startup world and … Continue reading
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As the world becomes increasingly volatile and unpredictable, young investors are starting to look beyond traditional stocks and bonds in search of alternatives. According to a recent article in Fast Company, Gen Z traders are choosing alternative assets over stocks … Continue reading
Investing in recessionary times can be a challenging proposition for investors, as economic downturns can lead to volatile markets and declining asset values. However, for private market investors, recessionary periods may present a window of opportunity to make strategic investments … 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
Investments are risky, and a good rule of thumb is to never invest more than you are comfortable to completely lose. Regulation Crowdfunding allows the average person to invest in startups, often with small investment minimums, some as low as … Continue reading
Learn what ESG evaluation factors are, what ESG investing is, and how this investment strategy could be applied in the venture capital space. Continue reading
Learn the difference between early and late-stage startup investment opportunities and how to invest pre-IPO. Continue reading
Learn what secondary investing is, why it may be an attractive option for some investors, certain risks, and how to get started investing on the secondary market. Continue reading
Learn how you can invest in private placements using your individual retirement account (IRA). Continue reading
Liquidation preferences are an important investment term. Learn what they are, how they work, and how they can impact an investor’s overall returns. Continue reading
