The Motley Fool
JANUARY 20, 2025
MicroStrategy (NASDAQ: MSTR) , which went public in 1998, was once considered a slow-growth analytics software company. It was struggling to grow in a crowded market while keeping pace with nimbler cloud-based competitors like Salesforce. That all changed in 2020, when MicroStrategy's co-founder and then-CEO Michael Saylor directed it to buy 21,454 Bitcoin s (CRYPTO: BTC) for $250 million.
Financial Times M&A
JANUARY 18, 2025
German lender under pressure to cut costs and boost returns after approach from UniCredit
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FinSMEs
JANUARY 18, 2025
Austin, United States / Texas, 18th January 2025, Chainwire The post GameGPT Launches The Revolutionary Genesis AI NFT Collection, Combining AI and Blockchain for the Future of Gaming appeared first on FinSMEs.
Walkner Condon Financial Advisors
JANUARY 20, 2025
Stan Farmer Expat Financial Advisor at Walkner Condon identifies five key challenges facing global markets in the years ahead including climate change, geopolitical conflict, decaying Infrastructure, global demographics and public debt and artificial intelligence.
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 20, 2025
When seeking high-yield dividend stocks, one of the best places to look is in the midstream energy space. Many of these companies are structured as master limited partnerships (MLPs), which pass through their profits to their unitholders and as such don't pay corporate taxes. As a result, most pay out very generous distributions, which are similar to dividends, but much of the payout is considered a return of capital.
Financial Times M&A
JANUARY 18, 2025
Labour may allow stakes of up to 10% to encourage passive investment from sovereign wealth and pension funds
FinSMEs
JANUARY 20, 2025
Kingstown, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, 20th January 2025, Chainwire The post $CHIRP token goes live on Kucoin, gate.io and MEXC appeared first on FinSMEs.
Private Equity Central brings together the best content for private equity professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 20, 2025
The idea of becoming a 401(k) millionaire may seem unrealistic to some. After all, most people just don't seem to earn enough money at their jobs to amass a seven-figure account with their workplace retirement plan. The fact is, however, it's more achievable than you might think. Mutual fund company Fidelity reports that as of the third quarter of 2024, over 540,000 participants in the workplace retirement plans it administers were sitting on million-dollar-plus stashes.
AltAssets
JANUARY 20, 2025
Dallas-based Sky Island Capital has scored $300m for the final close of its oversubscribed second fund, well above its $225m target. The post Sky Island surges past Fund II goal to hit $300m final close appeared first on AltAssets Private Equity News.
FinSMEs
JANUARY 20, 2025
With a substantial global GDP and employment contribution, the travel and hospitality sector has long been a pillar of the economy. However, it is also one of the most dynamic and difficult sectors, necessitating ongoing adjustment to customer tastes, market demands, and technology developments. In this industry, overcoming these obstacles is essential with the help […] The post Challenges faced by Travel and Hospitality Industry How To Choose The Best Software Solution appeared first on
Private Equity Wire
JANUARY 20, 2025
Global private equity giant KKR has enlisted Goldman Sachs to explore the sale of its significant minority stake in the Philippine fintech company Maya, according to a report by Reuters citing unnamed sources familiar with the matter. KKR, which holds over 20% of Maya, could see the transaction value the fintech firm at more than $2bn, one of the sources revealed.
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 20, 2025
Uber (NYSE: UBER) is generating growth in the two most important segments. Start Your Mornings Smarter! Wake up with Breakfast news in your inbox every market day. Sign Up For Free *Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of Jan. 15, 2025. The video was published on Jan. 17, 2025. Should you invest $1,000 in Uber Technologies right now? Before you buy stock in Uber Technologies, consider this: The Motley Fool Stock Advisor analyst team just identified what they believe are the 10 best stock
AltAssets
JANUARY 20, 2025
Patria and Committed Advisors have co-led a single-asset continuation fund for Hivest Capital Partners portfolio business Agora Makers. The post Hivest seals rapid exit of Agora makers through Patria, Committed Advisors-led continuation fund appeared first on AltAssets Private Equity News.
FinSMEs
JANUARY 20, 2025
The cryptocurrency market has seen its fair share of highs and lows, but its long-term potential remains undeniable. As we look to 2025, the landscape of cryptocurrency investing is expected to evolve significantly, offering new opportunities for savvy investors. From blockchain innovation to decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and emerging meme coins, there are […] The post Maximizing Returns: Top Crypto Investment Opportunities in 2025 appeared first on FinSMEs.
Private Equity Wire
JANUARY 20, 2025
Kantar Group has agreed the sale of its media measurement and analytics unit, Kantar Media, which operates in over 60 markets and employs more than 4,500 people globally, to private equity firm HIG Capital in a deal valued at approximately $1bn, according to a report by the Wall Street Journal. Kantar Media, which delivers data-driven insights for content and advertising decisions, offers services such as cross-platform audience measurement, TV advertising and content ratings outside the US, and
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 20, 2025
ServiceNow (NYSE: NOW) is scheduled to report an investor update at the end of January that could have implications for stock market investors. Start Your Mornings Smarter! Wake up with Breakfast news in your inbox every market day. Sign Up For Free *Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of Jan. 15, 2025. The video was published on Jan. 17, 2025.
AltAssets
JANUARY 20, 2025
Real assets specialist Ridgewood Infrastructure has raised $1.2bn for its second fund, double the size of its debut vehicle. The post Infra investor Ridgewood doubles debut fund total with $1.2bn Fund II close appeared first on AltAssets Private Equity News.
FinSMEs
JANUARY 20, 2025
NICOSIA, Cyprus, 20th January 2025, Chainwire The post BC.GAME Launches Wukong Slot and ‘Wukong Gold Legend’ Event with 1 BTC Prize Pool and Exclusive Rewards appeared first on FinSMEs.
Financial Times: Moral Money
JANUARY 19, 2025
A behind-the-scenes look at the work of Rutherford Hall, critical communications strategist
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 20, 2025
It's normal to make more than a few flubs while investing, especially when you're new. At the same time, we owe it to ourselves to be humble and to recognize when we've made a mistake with our finances. There's no point in beating yourself up, but there's a big point to understanding what went wrong and how to do it better the next time -- after all, there's money on the line.
Africa Capital Digest
JANUARY 19, 2025
To read this article, you must be a paid subscription member. (Current members login here) [.] The post Novastar Ventures Kicks Off Third Fund with Stake in Sistema.bio first appeared on Africa Capital Digest.
FinSMEs
JANUARY 20, 2025
Austin, Texas, 20th January 2025, Chainwire The post A.R.T. Digital Secures Exclusive Agreement with Forced Physics to Transform Bitcoin Mining Cooling Technology appeared first on FinSMEs.
Private Equity Wire
JANUARY 20, 2025
BGF has made a series of Partner appointments across its investment and portfolio teams including Paddy Graham and Barry Jackson will transition to Regional Partners, reporting to BGFs Head of Growth, Richard Taylor. From the Investment team, Alex Garfitt, Alex Snodgrass, Chris Boyes, Dennis Atkinson, Harry Jones, Leo Casey, Ned Dorbin, Pinesh Mehta, and Seb Saywood will become Partners.
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 20, 2025
Nu Holdings (NYSE: NU) is a digital bank that has disrupted the traditional banking sector in Brazil. The region was once known for its limited options and outrageous customer fees, making banking inaccessible to many residents. However, with its innovative approach to banking, Nu has taken a dominant position and counts Berkshire Hathaway among its investors.
Africa Capital Digest
JANUARY 19, 2025
To read this article, you must be a paid subscription member. (Current members login here) [.] The post Amethis and Metier Reportedly Looking to Exit Kenafric first appeared on Africa Capital Digest.
FinSMEs
JANUARY 20, 2025
Audavis, a Munich, Germany-based provider of a scalable cloud application to access data from ERP and accounting systems, raised over 1.1M in Seed funding. The round was led by High-Tech Grnderfonds (HTGF) with participation from Martin Ostermayer, and private investors from the BayStartUP investor network. The company intends to use the funds to further develop […] The post Audavis Raises Over 1.1M in Seed Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.
Financial Times: Moral Money
JANUARY 20, 2025
World Economic Forum members voice concern over environmental risks
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 20, 2025
Technology stocks have been the driving force behind the market for the past decade, with eight of the S&P 500 's largest weightings now in technology or tech-adjacent stocks. With technology continuing to change and advance the world we live in, there is good reason to believe that tech stocks will continue to help lead the market higher over the next decade.
Africa Capital Digest
JANUARY 19, 2025
To read this article, you must be a paid subscription member. (Current members login here) [.] The post Purple Elephant Ventures Raises Healthy Seed Round first appeared on Africa Capital Digest.
FinSMEs
JANUARY 20, 2025
alteva, a Cologne, Germany-based battery startup, raised 1.7M in Pre-Seed funding. The round was led by HTGF with participation from UnternehmerTUM Funding for Innovators, NRW.BANK and angel investors. The company intends to use the funds to complete prototype development. Following successful trials with pilot customers, series production is projected within the next two to three […] The post alteva Raises 1.7M in Pre-Seed Funding appeared first on FinSMEs.
Private Equity Insights
JANUARY 20, 2025
HIG Capital acquired Kantar Media, the media research arm of Kantar Group, in a $1bn transaction. The sale is expected to boost the value of Kantar Group, which is 40% owned by WPP, as the advertising giant faces headwinds from a slowdown in global ad spending. Kantar Media operates in more than 60 markets and employs over 4,500 people globally. The company is renowned for its television ratings services and other media research capabilities.
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 20, 2025
In January, the average retired-worker beneficiary brought home a $1,976 check from Social Security. While this average monthly payout might not sound like much, Social Security helped to pull 22.7 million people out of poverty in 2022, including 16.5 million adults aged 65 and over. Despite the undeniably important role Social Security plays in helping aging Americans make ends meet, the foundation of this leading retirement program has been crumbling for decades.
Africa Capital Digest
JANUARY 19, 2025
To read this article, you must be a paid subscription member. (Current members login here) [.] The post LemFi lands $53M Series B to expand global money transfer platform first appeared on Africa Capital Digest.
FinSMEs
JANUARY 20, 2025
Charlestown, Saint Kitts and Nevis, 20th January 2025, Chainwire The post WeFi Expands Global Reach with WFI Token Listing on BingX appeared first on FinSMEs.
Private Equity Insights
JANUARY 20, 2025
bValue Growth has invested over 9m in Fudo Security, a leading European provider of Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions. This funding will fuel innovation, expand market reach, and strengthen Fudo Securitys presence in the cybersecurity sector. The focus will be on growth in Western Europe (DACH) and the US. Since 2016, Fudo Security has delivered intelligent PAM solutions to almost 500 clients in 35 countries.
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 20, 2025
If you're not a fund manager who has amassed over $1 billion in personal wealth, there's probably a thing or two you can learn from the handful of folks who have. A little experience goes a long way when it comes to investing, and there aren't many out there with more experience than Stanley Druckenmiller. In 2010, Druckenmiller closed down the Duquesne Capital fund, which had posted an average annual return of around 30% for 30 years.
Africa Capital Digest
JANUARY 19, 2025
To read this article, you must be a paid subscription member. (Current members login here) [.] The post DOB Equity Backs Water Filter Maker with Convertible Note first appeared on Africa Capital Digest.
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