ESG Investing Trends to Watch in 2024

As environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors take on greater importance, several industries stand out as likely targets for investment in 2024. Here are some key sectors investors will be watching closely: Charging Up Renewables Renewable energy is poised for major growth to meet sustainability goals and rising demand. Wind, solar, geothermal and energy storage […]

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Chakra Growth Fund: Pioneering Climate Action

In December 2023, Chakra Growth Fund was launched as a pioneering initiative to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon future. With climate change posing an urgent threat, this fund aims to make strategic investments in companies and projects focused on decarbonization, renewable energy, energy efficiency, and sustainability. With a global outlook, Chakra Growth Fund plans […]

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China’s Real Estate: A Global Economic Rollercoaster

China’s real estate sector has been a major driver of economic growth for decades. However, in recent years, a combination of overbuilding, debt problems among major developers, and declining demand have led to a severe downturn in the housing market. Prices have fallen sharply and many major developers are defaulting on loans. This real estate […]

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Investing in Healthcare Tech to Reduce Costs

The healthcare industry is under a lot of pressure to reduce the cost of care delivery while improving patient outcomes. This is because healthcare expenditures have become unsustainable. To address this challenge, payers, providers, and regulators are pushing for greater efficiency and value in healthcare. As a result, there’s growing investor interest in emerging healthcare […]

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Opportunities and Risks Across Asset Classes

As the investment landscape shifts, family offices and institutional investors are reevaluating their strategic asset allocations. Key areas of interest include private credit, hedge funds, real estate, sustainability, and private equity. However, each allocation has unique risks and benefits in the current environment. Private Credit Private credit continues to attract investor interest, with $42.5 billion […]

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Managing Risks and Returns: Strategies for Investors

In today’s complex and interconnected world, investors face more threats to their capital than ever before. Geopolitical tensions, cyber attacks, climate change – the list of menacing perils grows constantly. Yet opportunity awaits those who can adeptly navigate risks. The key is rigorously evaluating hazards and managing vulnerability through savvy strategies. Start with a wide […]

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Investors Charge Into Renewables Through Private Assets

Institutional investors are setting their sights on private markets as the avenue to increase exposure to renewable energy and sustainability investments over the next few years, according to a recent survey. The survey, conducted by Schroders of over 770 institutional investors worldwide, found a majority believe private equity, private credit, and real estate will offer […]

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Tech Breakthroughs That Will Shape Our Future

The year 2023 is proving to be monumental for technology innovation. From artificial intelligence to electric vehicles, this year has seen breakthroughs that will change the world of tomorrow. Chatbots and virtual assistants are getting smarter than ever before. AI like Claude from Anthropic can now have natural conversations, understand context, and provide useful information. […]

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The Billionaire Takeover: Is the Premier League Heading for Disaster?

The English Premier League is no longer just a Football competition – it’s a billionaire’s playground. With more than half the clubs owned fully or partially by ultra-wealthy Americans, Russians, and Middle Easterners, the league has seen an unprecedented influx of foreign investment. While bringing in big money, these billionaire benefactors have also massively inflated […]

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The Soaring Demand for Youth Mental Health

The paediatric mental health sector is expanding rapidly, presenting a great opportunity to become one of the most promising markets in healthcare. The rise in childhood depression, anxiety, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorders is driving this growth. The market is projected to increase from $383.31 billion in 2020 to $537.97 billion by 2030.  Although North […]

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European Real Estate Ripe for Rebound in 2023

The euros may have slowed for European real estate last year, but the outlook shines bright for opportunistic investors in 2023. Total investment across Europe dropped 14% in 2022 as rising rates cooled sentiment. Yet patient capital can now reap discounts across regions and sectors. While Germany and the UK saw declines, hotspots like Portugal, […]

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The Promise and Perils of AI in Institutional Investing

Artificial intelligence and large language models are transforming many industries, and institutional investing is no exception. AI offers tantalizing potential to analyze data, find insights, and create efficiencies in the investment process. However, experienced investors caution that relying too heavily on AI comes with substantial risks. On the promise side, AI could take over repetitive […]

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Germany Slams Door on Power Price Relief as Industries Warn of Exodus

The German government has refused to subsidize high electricity costs for its industries, despite calls from Economy Minister Robert Habeck to do so. Habeck believes that steep energy bills are hurting the competitiveness of companies in Europe’s largest economy. Leaders of major industry lobbies, such as Markus Steilemann of the chemical industry lobby VCI and […]

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