The Motley Fool

DECEMBER 16, 2024

I love generating passive income. I currently use that income to make more income-generating investments. My goal is to eventually make enough income from passive sources to cover my routine living expenses. That will remove the stress of having to work to pay the bills, making me much more financially independent. I have a long way to go, which is why I continue to make additional income-generating investments when I have cash to spare.

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Private Equity Info

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Private equity activity in 2024 reflected a strategic pivot driven by evolving macroeconomics and market dynamics. The landscape was characterized by strategic adaptation and the growing influence of technology. Firms that embraced these changes focusing on smaller deals, leveraging add-on strategies, and harnessing the power of AI positioned themselves to thrive in an increasingly complex and competitive market.

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The Motley Fool

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Dan Ives is the global head of technology research at Wedbush Securities. During his two decades following the tech sector, Ives has made several big, bullish calls that challenged the prevailing sentiment on Wall Street. For instance, he predicted in January 2024 the Nasdaq Composite would hit 20,000 this year. Lo and behold, the index crossed that threshold last week.

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Private Equity Wire

DECEMBER 16, 2024

PARNER CONTENT By John LeClaire, Chris Wilson, and George Davis, Goodwin Proctor Section 1202 of the Internal Revenue Code, initially adopted in 1993, enables US investors in certain US companies to realize substantial federal income tax savings if they hold equity constituting Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) under Section 1202 for at least five years [and certain other conditions are met].

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The Motley Fool

DECEMBER 16, 2024

For much of the last two years, big tech has dominated the storyline revolving around artificial intelligence (AI). " Magnificent Seven " members Microsoft , Amazon , and Alphabet have invested billions into the likes of ChatGPT creator OpenAI and perhaps its biggest rival, Anthropic. Meanwhile there is Tesla , Elon Musk's brainchild that's looking to bring self-driving cars and humanoid robots to the masses.

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Financial Times M&A

DECEMBER 16, 2024

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Private Equity Wire

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Global private equity firms Blackstone and Bain are reportedly in the final stages of bidding for Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma, a subsidiary of Japan’s Mitsubishi Chemical Group, in a deal expected to be valued between $3bn and $3.5bn, according to a report by Reuters. According to three sources familiar with the matter, Goldman Sachs has been engaged by Mitsubishi Chemical to oversee the sale process, with binding bids due on 24 December.

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The Motley Fool

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ: SMCI) stock lost ground over the last week of trading. The server company's share price ended the period down 17% from last week's market close, according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence. Supermicro stock fell this week following bearish coverage from analysts at JPMorgan. Despite assurances that the stock is on track to avoid being delisted, investors also continued to weigh the risk that the company's shares could be removed from the Nasdaq exchang

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Financial Times M&A

DECEMBER 16, 2024

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Private Equity Wire

DECEMBER 16, 2024

PARTNER CONTENT Aqua Capital is a private equity firm managing investments in sustainable businesses across the Agribusiness & Food value chain. Founded in 2009, Aqua has raised over $1bn in capital, deploying it across 45 sector-disrupting companies, including those in technology and innovation, sustainability, and globalisation. Having recently been named Private Equity Wires ESG Fund of the Year: Growth Equity A and Corporate Sustainability Strategy of the Year: Portfolio Company, managin

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XY Planning Network

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Walking through a financial planning conferences doors, you might expect to find a room full of strangers dressed to the nines. But thats not what you get at XYPN LIVE. XYPN LIVE events are casual by designthink t-shirts and shortsso you can come as you are and find real connections.

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Private Equity Wire

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Carlyle Group has secured private credit financing to acquire a majority stake in Australian waste management company Waste Services Group (WSG), according to a report by Bloomberg, citing sources familiar with the matter. The private equity firm arranged a unitranche loan exceeding AUD500m ($318m) from lenders including Ares Management, KKR Credit Advisors, and UBS Group AG.

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FinSMEs

DECEMBER 16, 2024

New York, USA, 16th December 2024, Chainwire The post Forbes Web3 Celebrates Innovation: Legacy Pass Members Showcased in the Forbes Magazine appeared first on FinSMEs.

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Financial Times M&A

DECEMBER 16, 2024

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AltAssets

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Private equity major Warburg Pincus has raised more than $2.2bn for its first multi-asset continuation fund. The post Warburg Pincus picks up HarbourVest, Ardian, CPPIB backing for $2.2bn multi-asset continuation fund appeared first on AltAssets Private Equity News.

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Financial Times M&A

DECEMBER 16, 2024

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Private Equity Wire

DECEMBER 16, 2024

British banknote printer De La Rue is in discussions with private equity firm Disruptive Capital GP and pension fund manager Pension SuperFund Capital, collectively known as PSFC Entities to sell up to 40% of its equity, according to a report by Reuters. The potential offer price of 1.25 per share would value the business at approximately 245m ($311m).

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FinSMEs

DECEMBER 16, 2024

San Francisco, California, 16th December 2024, Chainwire The post Forte Unveils Open-Source Rules Engine to Support Safety and Economic Stability in Blockchain Development appeared first on FinSMEs.

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Private Equity Wire

DECEMBER 16, 2024

BC Partners is close to finalising a deal to sell Dutch generic drugmaker Synthon International Holding BV to Goldman Sachs Asset Management (GSAM), according to a report by BNN Bloomberg. Sources familiar with the matter have said GSAM has emerged as the leading bidder for Synthon after outperforming other potential buyers. The deal is expected to value Synthon at approximately 2bn ($2.1bn), with BC Partners likely retaining a minority stake.

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FinSMEs

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Miami, Florida, 16th December 2024, Chainwire The post Floki Expands Presence in UAE as Sponsor of the 2024 World Tennis League appeared first on FinSMEs.

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Diamond Consultants

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Multigenerational teams have several options for monetizing and transitioning the book from one generation to the next. So, how do they decide whats best? By Allie Brunwasser & Jason Diamond Its no secret that the wealth management industry has a major impending crisis: A shortage of quality next gen advisor talent. But there is another wrinkle to this dilemma thats often overlooked.

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FinSMEs

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Georgetown, Cayman Islands, 16th December 2024, Chainwire The post Vana mainnet goes live with $VANA to power data as a new asset class in global AI economy appeared first on FinSMEs.

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AltAssets

DECEMBER 16, 2024

The $47bn-managing South Carolina Retirement System Investment Commission has picked out Unity Partners' debut fund among its latest alternatives commitments. The post Unity Partners picks up significant South Carolina pension support for $300m-targeting debut fund appeared first on AltAssets Private Equity News.

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FinSMEs

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Precision Neuroscience, a NYC-based braincomputer interface (BCI) company, raised $102M in Series C funding. The round was led by General Equity Holdings, with participation from firms including B Capital, Duquesne Family Office, the investment firm of Stanley F. Druckenmiller, and Steadview Capital, bringing the total amount to $155M. Founded in 2021 and led by a […] The post Precision Neuroscience Raises $102M in Series C Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.

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Pension Pulse

DECEMBER 16, 2024

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FinSMEs

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Unrivaled, a Miami, FL-based professional women’s basketball league, raised $28M in Series A funding. The round was led by Berman Family with participation from Giannis Antetokounmpo, Build Your Legacy Ventures, Linda Henry, Avenue Sports Fund, Marc Lasry, Michael Phelps, Nicole Phelps, Dawn Staley, Warner Bros. Discovery, JuJu Watkins, Amy Banse, Black Economic Alliance Venture Fund, Threadneedle Ventures, Richard Hamilton, and Joe Ingles.

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Financial Times M&A

DECEMBER 16, 2024

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FinSMEs

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Chargezoom, a Silicoln Slopes, UT-based provider of a platform for AI-powered billing and integrated payments, raised $11.5M in Series A funding. The round was led by Salt Lake City’s Kickstart Fund, with participation from Motley Fool Ventures, Early Light Ventures, Frazier VC and Adly alongside continued support from SaaS Venture Capital, Stout Street Capital, and Okapi […] The post Chargezoom Raises $11.5M in Series A Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.

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Financial Times: Moral Money

DECEMBER 16, 2024

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FinSMEs

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Bnewable, a Zaventem, and Luik-Belgium-based company specializing in battery systems and energy management for businesses, raised 40M in funding. Backers included RGREEN INVEST, Wallonie Entreprendre, and Dovesco Fund Investments. The company intends to use the funds to accelerate operations in Belgium, make further investments in battery storage at customer sites, and fulfill both its Belgian and European […] The post Bnewable Raises 40M in Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.

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Axial

DECEMBER 16, 2024

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FinSMEs

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Seychelles, Seychelles, 16th December 2024, Chainwire The post BYDFi Joins CODE VASP, Advancing Regulatory Efforts in Korea appeared first on FinSMEs.

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Financial Times M&A

DECEMBER 16, 2024

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FinSMEs

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Palo Alto, California, 16th December 2024, Chainwire The post Eliza Labs and Stanford Universitys FDCI to Explore AI Agents Impact on Digital Currency Systems appeared first on FinSMEs.

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