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Navigating Current Market Conditions

Navigating Current Market Conditions

The current economic environment, characterized by high interest rates, increasing inflation, and a slowdown of venture capital investments, may have implications for private market investors. With the current inflation rate for the 12-months ended December 2022 sitting at 6.4%[1], many … Continue reading

Down Rounds Explained

Down Rounds Explained

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

Private Equity Risks and Rewards

Private Equity Risks and Rewards

Investing in private equity could be an option to help diversify your portfolio and potentially earn returns. However, it is important to understand the potential risks and rewards before diving in. In this blog post, we will explore the potential … Continue reading

Early- and Late-Stage Investments

Early- and Late-Stage Investments

When it comes to investing, there are a variety of options available to individuals. One important distinction to understand is the difference between early-stage and late-stage investments. Both have their own unique set of risks and benefits, and it can … Continue reading

Diversification can be a key principle of investing, and one way to achieve diversification is by including assets from both the public and private markets in a portfolio. While the public markets, such as the stock market, are well-known and … Continue reading

Investing in private markets is one way to diversify your investment portfolio and potentially earn returns. However, it can also be more complex and riskier than investing in publicly traded companies. In this beginner’s guide, we’ll take a look at … Continue reading

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 Challenging Times

Investing in Challenging Times

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

2023 IPO Outlook

2023 IPO Outlook

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

Trends and Industries to Watch 2023

Trends and Industries to Watch 2023

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