Vanguard's New International Fund Targets Dividend Growth Investors may be skittish about buying international stocks, but this new Vanguard fund that targets stable dividend growers could ease their minds. Kiplinger · Dec 31, 2023
Equity crowdfunding site attracts capital for start-ups A crowdfunding platform has raised more than $2 million to continue to connect Aussie start-ups with grassroots investors who want to back sustainable success. AAP · Dec 22, 2023
Was the COP28 climate summit a milestone or a mirage? | Explained COP28 provided a mixed bag of outcomes. The commitment to ramp up renewable energy targets is a significant step forward – whereas issues on L&D metrics, fund management and disbursal, market mechanisms, risky technologies, the room left for continued use of fossil fuels in many sectors, and natural gas as… The Hindu · Dec 20, 2023
UK financial watchdog ‘will not take any action against’ Odey Asset Management FCA says investigation continues into sexual misconduct claims against fund founder and political donor Crispin Odey The Guardian - UK · Dec 19, 2023
Top tech unicorns lost $10 billion in value in 2023 The valuation of the top 100 tech unicorns fell by $10 billion in 2023, a new report has found, as worsening economic conditions led to fewer funding rounds and depressed valuations. Evening Standard · Dec 18, 2023
Why These 3 Financial Stocks Deserve a Spot on Your Watchlist The financial industry, notably investment brokerage, is well-poised to remain resilient and witness considerable growth, driven by high demand for different investment opportunities to improve investor’s capital and growing digital integration. So, let's discuss why financial stocks PJT Partners (PJT), Evercore (EVR), and Stifel (SF) deserve a place on your… StockNews.com · Dec 15, 2023
At least $2.1 billion in new funds pledged at COP28, as foundations focus on health and agriculture With the United Nations climate talks wrapping up in Dubai, foundations and other funders pledged at least $2.1 billion in new financing to reduce climate impacts, especially from agriculture The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2023
Fourteen Scottish firms chosen for major energy transition funding FOURTEEN Scottish firms have been chosen for major energy transition funding. The National (Scotland) · Dec 12, 2023
Fund manager founded by Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg to close after client withdraws £2b Somerset Capital Management is in talks to transfer its key UK funds to another firm, but will wind down the wider business The Independent UK · Dec 7, 2023
IN-SPACe announces seed fund scheme for start-ups in urban development and disaster management sector IN-SPACe Seed Fund Scheme offers start-ups opps to develop innovative space products/services, providing up to ₹1cr, mentorship, training & networking. For urban dev & disaster mgmt, start-ups can work in domains such as urban planning, monitoring, telecomm, navigation, water mgmt, energy efficiency, etc. #INSPACe #SeedFundScheme #UrbanDevelopment #DisasterManagement The Hindu · Dec 4, 2023
Saudi wealth fund to buy 10% Heathrow stake for almost £1bn The Saudi Public Investment Fund said it would “support the business as a long-term partner.” Evening Standard · Nov 29, 2023
VC fund Molten Ventures to buy Forward Partners to create European startup funding 'leader' The £41.4 million deal is a discount compared to Forward’s closing share price on Friday Evening Standard · Nov 27, 2023
Karnataka government has outshone VC players in funding start-ups, says Minister Priyank Kharge The State Government offered funding of around ₹200 crore to support 874 start-ups since the commencement of the Elevate Scheme, an initiative by the Department of Electronics, IT, BT and Science & Technology. The Hindu · Nov 18, 2023
Hammersmith and Fulham council wants to borrow millions from residents for 'green projects' £5 million raised would go towards new cycle lanes and bike hangers Evening Standard · Nov 16, 2023
The Independent UK · Nov 16, 2023 £70m investment fund announced for small businesses in Northern Ireland The fund will support businesses from all sectors and aims to target start-ups that may have struggled to access finance elsewhere.
Kiplinger · Nov 1, 2023 How to Invest in Companies Before They Go Public Companies used to do an initial public offering (IPO) when they were much younger, giving investors a much better chance of higher returns. Today, that's where pre-IPO investing comes in.
USA Today Sports Media Group · Oct 31, 2023 8 Reasons to Invest in a Local Student Business The entrepreneurial landscape is witnessing a refreshing shift, with young minds stepping into the arena with vigor and innovative ideas. These student entrepreneurs, equipped with fresh perspectives and rooted in their local communities, are ...
The Hindu · Oct 30, 2023 Skyroot Aerospace raises ₹225 crore funding Skyroot Aerospace raises US$27.5M in pre-Series C funding led by Temasek. Funds to be used to drive growth, increase launch frequency & capabilities, and attract top-tier talent. Funds bring total raised to US$95M, largest ever for Indian Space-tech startup
The Guardian - UK · Oct 23, 2023 Big UK venture capital funds pledge to invest in high growth companies Chancellor calls scheme involving 20 of UK’s largest funds a ‘huge win’ for the country
The Independent UK · Sep 26, 2023 Judge refuses to immediately block grant program for Black women entrepreneurs A federal judge in Atlanta is allowing a venture capital firm to continue offering a grant program only to Black women entrepreneurs
The Hindu · Sep 26, 2023 Electric motorcycle startup Raptee raises $3 million in pre-series A round Chennai-based EV Motorcycle Startup, Raptee, raised $3M in Pre-Series A led by Bluehill Capital. Funds to augment manufacturing, acquire machinery, tooling for soon-to-launch motorcycle & scale up team. Raptee, founded by four engineers, to debut first motorcycle in early 2024.
Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 21, 2023 Mayor’s team will scrap INVEST South/West name, but not its aims Former Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s business development program on the South and West sides, under review, will be rebranded, a top Brandon Johnson aide said.
The Independent UK · Sep 20, 2023 A small venture capital player becomes a symbol in the fight over corporate diversity policies A venture capital firm that has backed buzzy new companies has become symbolic of the fight over corporate diversity policies
The Hindu · Sep 20, 2023 Tamil Nadu to set up ₹100 crore co-creation fund to kick-start innovative industries The government of Tamil Nadu will set up a ₹100 crore ‘Co-creation Fund’, a unique model designed to participate in private sector venture capital (VC) funds.
AAP · Sep 18, 2023 Scrutiny adds to headwinds for sustainable investment Sustainability considerations are being hardwired into financial market law and Australian fund managers will need to lift their game, an expert report finds.