Money2020 Europe, presented by Desiree Cachette
The Dos and Don’ts of Fundraising, Tips for Meetings, Capital Preparations, Picking the Best LPs.
A Fund of Funds perspective on managing venture capital relationships, investment strategies and understanding various LP types.
Money2020 Europe, presented by Desiree Cachette
The Dos and Don’ts of Fundraising, Tips for Meetings, Capital Preparations, Picking the Best LPs.
A Fund of Funds perspective on managing venture capital relationships, investment strategies and understanding various LP types.
Venture capital and financing in Europe is starting to follow the trend of upcoming unicorns and companies set for success. European startups began to gain traction in 2011 and are maturing into a global presence
Ashcourt Rowan Perspectives produced for River. I was asked to take a look at the existing design and this is the end result. Cleaner and using one illustrator throughout, Neil Webb, it helped the pace and flow of a relatively small magazine. Client decided against the cover, but I really liked it.
Lecture at the Founder Institute, Paris, France
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2015 was an interesting year for the UK trade credit insurance market. There have been soft market conditions and premium rates have been at historically low levels, with the size and frequency of claims increasing alongside this. In 2016 we expect market conditions to remain competitive and pricing to stabilise. This is due to the claims environment and global uncertainty from commodity price volatility, the Chinese stock market and a potential housing bubble in the UK.
FINC 340 InvestmentsHow to Create an Investment StrategyThe .docxvoversbyobersby
FINC 340 Investments
How to Create an Investment Strategy
The creation of an Investment Policy Statement (IPS) is the most important step to take in creating a disciplined investment plan. Unfortunately, many plans fail to adjust return expectations to current market conditions. Today, large public pension plans are still forecasting return expectations at 7.5 percent.
Ultimately, if you lower return expectations; state and corporate pensions are required to make larger contributions. Furthermore, even those return expectations seem aggressive in such a low yielding market.
Currently we are in a market where the 10-year U.S. Treasury yields approximately 1.65 percent, the 10-year single A corporate composite yields approximately 2.79 percent, and the equity market has tepid expectations given weak growth prospects, low consumer and CEO (business) confidence and a great deal of uncertainty in 2013.
Thus, whether you are a large corporation forecasting pension needs or an individual planning for retirement, an IPS creates a blueprint or a framework for your investment strategy. It must be the first step taken in order to find suitable investments toward meeting stated investment objectives and should be revised at least annually and updated in response to market conditions.
A primary step in creating an IPS is understanding its overall functionality. First, every IPS consists of both objectives/goals and constraints of investors. Investment objectives must always be looked at in terms of both risk and return. Though it does not get sufficient attention, it is the basics of investing that is critical for every investor to understand.
Risk
Risk tolerance should always be assessed first in order to identify which risks investors are willing to assume. Risk tolerance is a function of an investor's psychological makeup and personal factors such as wealth, age, income and cash reserve. Lastly, risk is directly related to an investor's time horizon, the ability to assume risk and the investor's ability to recover from any temporary investment shortfalls.
Return objectives
Return objectives should always be stated in terms of how an investor will accomplish their stated goals. These return objectives include capital preservation, current income, capital appreciation, and total return. The goal of capital preservation is to prevent loss of an investment's value and produce a return at least equal to inflation, typically a goal for those who need funds in the near future.
A current income goal will have a steady stream of income from interest and dividends. This goal's primary focus is to supplement income to meet planned spending needs. Capital appreciation is the goal to find investments with the intent of having an initial investment increase over time, typically a goal for retirement or for needing the funds in the future. Lastly, total return is a combination of both current income and capital appreciation, an appropriate objective for an investor ...
Venture capital and financing in Europe is starting to follow the trend of upcoming unicorns and companies set for success. European startups began to gain traction in 2011 and are maturing into a global presence
Ashcourt Rowan Perspectives produced for River. I was asked to take a look at the existing design and this is the end result. Cleaner and using one illustrator throughout, Neil Webb, it helped the pace and flow of a relatively small magazine. Client decided against the cover, but I really liked it.
Lecture at the Founder Institute, Paris, France
1 February 2011
http://founderinstitute.com
(cc) BY NC SA, Rodrigo SEPÚLVEDA SCHULZ
http://www.rodrigosepulveda.com
2015 was an interesting year for the UK trade credit insurance market. There have been soft market conditions and premium rates have been at historically low levels, with the size and frequency of claims increasing alongside this. In 2016 we expect market conditions to remain competitive and pricing to stabilise. This is due to the claims environment and global uncertainty from commodity price volatility, the Chinese stock market and a potential housing bubble in the UK.
FINC 340 InvestmentsHow to Create an Investment StrategyThe .docxvoversbyobersby
FINC 340 Investments
How to Create an Investment Strategy
The creation of an Investment Policy Statement (IPS) is the most important step to take in creating a disciplined investment plan. Unfortunately, many plans fail to adjust return expectations to current market conditions. Today, large public pension plans are still forecasting return expectations at 7.5 percent.
Ultimately, if you lower return expectations; state and corporate pensions are required to make larger contributions. Furthermore, even those return expectations seem aggressive in such a low yielding market.
Currently we are in a market where the 10-year U.S. Treasury yields approximately 1.65 percent, the 10-year single A corporate composite yields approximately 2.79 percent, and the equity market has tepid expectations given weak growth prospects, low consumer and CEO (business) confidence and a great deal of uncertainty in 2013.
Thus, whether you are a large corporation forecasting pension needs or an individual planning for retirement, an IPS creates a blueprint or a framework for your investment strategy. It must be the first step taken in order to find suitable investments toward meeting stated investment objectives and should be revised at least annually and updated in response to market conditions.
A primary step in creating an IPS is understanding its overall functionality. First, every IPS consists of both objectives/goals and constraints of investors. Investment objectives must always be looked at in terms of both risk and return. Though it does not get sufficient attention, it is the basics of investing that is critical for every investor to understand.
Risk
Risk tolerance should always be assessed first in order to identify which risks investors are willing to assume. Risk tolerance is a function of an investor's psychological makeup and personal factors such as wealth, age, income and cash reserve. Lastly, risk is directly related to an investor's time horizon, the ability to assume risk and the investor's ability to recover from any temporary investment shortfalls.
Return objectives
Return objectives should always be stated in terms of how an investor will accomplish their stated goals. These return objectives include capital preservation, current income, capital appreciation, and total return. The goal of capital preservation is to prevent loss of an investment's value and produce a return at least equal to inflation, typically a goal for those who need funds in the near future.
A current income goal will have a steady stream of income from interest and dividends. This goal's primary focus is to supplement income to meet planned spending needs. Capital appreciation is the goal to find investments with the intent of having an initial investment increase over time, typically a goal for retirement or for needing the funds in the future. Lastly, total return is a combination of both current income and capital appreciation, an appropriate objective for an investor ...
global Venture funding and start up data : top 10 chartsSumit Roy
2015 VC FUNDING HITS ALL-TIME HIGH. ENDS WITH PULLBACK.
Multi-year highs in funding: Globally, funding to VC-backed companies in 2015 hit an all-time high of $128.5B, up 44 percent versus 2014’s total of $89.4B.
Deals see steep decline: Large deals were the headline of 2015, largely driving the funding trends and leaving deal activity to fall for the final 2 quarters, including Q4’15, which saw just 1742 deals, the lowest quarterly total since Q1’13.
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PwC - Investment and Corporate Insight's for SIA's In This Together SeriesSales Impact Academy
- According to PWC Venture Capital survey 36% of VCs see a 20% price reduction, 30% see a 30% reduction, and a further 30% see >30% price reduction
- Series B investors are more bullish than early-stage investors
- View from corporates is huge financial and operational
distractions which extends sales cycles unless the need is critical
- M&A is happening, cash-rich companies are taking advantage of the 20-30% drop in price. Corporate venture appetite is tied entirely to business performance
- One of the many cashflow management nuggets included "Burn fat, not muscle!" and develop a cash culture
PwC - Investment and Corporate Insight's for SIA's In This Together Series Paul Fifield
- According to PWC Venture Capital survey 36% of VCs see a 20% price reduction, 30% see a 30% reduction, and a further 30% see >30% price reduction
- Series B investors are more bullish than early-stage investors
- View from corporates is huge financial and operational
distractions which extends sales cycles unless the need is critical
- M&A is happening, cash-rich companies are taking advantage of the 20-30% drop in price. Corporate venture appetite is tied entirely to business performance
- One of the many cashflow management nuggets included "Burn fat, not muscle!" and develop a cash culture
Read| The latest issue of The Challenger is here! We are thrilled to announce that our school paper has qualified for the NATIONAL SCHOOLS PRESS CONFERENCE (NSPC) 2024. Thank you for your unwavering support and trust. Dive into the stories that made us stand out!
The Roman Empire A Historical Colossus.pdfkaushalkr1407
The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
Acetabularia Information For Class 9 .docxvaibhavrinwa19
Acetabularia acetabulum is a single-celled green alga that in its vegetative state is morphologically differentiated into a basal rhizoid and an axially elongated stalk, which bears whorls of branching hairs. The single diploid nucleus resides in the rhizoid.
Embracing GenAI - A Strategic ImperativePeter Windle
Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies such as Generative AI, Image Generators and Large Language Models have had a dramatic impact on teaching, learning and assessment over the past 18 months. The most immediate threat AI posed was to Academic Integrity with Higher Education Institutes (HEIs) focusing their efforts on combating the use of GenAI in assessment. Guidelines were developed for staff and students, policies put in place too. Innovative educators have forged paths in the use of Generative AI for teaching, learning and assessments leading to pockets of transformation springing up across HEIs, often with little or no top-down guidance, support or direction.
This Gasta posits a strategic approach to integrating AI into HEIs to prepare staff, students and the curriculum for an evolving world and workplace. We will highlight the advantages of working with these technologies beyond the realm of teaching, learning and assessment by considering prompt engineering skills, industry impact, curriculum changes, and the need for staff upskilling. In contrast, not engaging strategically with Generative AI poses risks, including falling behind peers, missed opportunities and failing to ensure our graduates remain employable. The rapid evolution of AI technologies necessitates a proactive and strategic approach if we are to remain relevant.
Operation “Blue Star” is the only event in the history of Independent India where the state went into war with its own people. Even after about 40 years it is not clear if it was culmination of states anger over people of the region, a political game of power or start of dictatorial chapter in the democratic setup.
The people of Punjab felt alienated from main stream due to denial of their just demands during a long democratic struggle since independence. As it happen all over the word, it led to militant struggle with great loss of lives of military, police and civilian personnel. Killing of Indira Gandhi and massacre of innocent Sikhs in Delhi and other India cities was also associated with this movement.
Macroeconomics- Movie Location
This will be used as part of your Personal Professional Portfolio once graded.
Objective:
Prepare a presentation or a paper using research, basic comparative analysis, data organization and application of economic information. You will make an informed assessment of an economic climate outside of the United States to accomplish an entertainment industry objective.
Instructions for Submissions thorugh G- Classroom.pptxJheel Barad
This presentation provides a briefing on how to upload submissions and documents in Google Classroom. It was prepared as part of an orientation for new Sainik School in-service teacher trainees. As a training officer, my goal is to ensure that you are comfortable and proficient with this essential tool for managing assignments and fostering student engagement.
June 3, 2024 Anti-Semitism Letter Sent to MIT President Kornbluth and MIT Cor...Levi Shapiro
Letter from the Congress of the United States regarding Anti-Semitism sent June 3rd to MIT President Sally Kornbluth, MIT Corp Chair, Mark Gorenberg
Dear Dr. Kornbluth and Mr. Gorenberg,
The US House of Representatives is deeply concerned by ongoing and pervasive acts of antisemitic
harassment and intimidation at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Failing to act decisively to ensure a safe learning environment for all students would be a grave dereliction of your responsibilities as President of MIT and Chair of the MIT Corporation.
This Congress will not stand idly by and allow an environment hostile to Jewish students to persist. The House believes that your institution is in violation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, and the inability or
unwillingness to rectify this violation through action requires accountability.
Postsecondary education is a unique opportunity for students to learn and have their ideas and beliefs challenged. However, universities receiving hundreds of millions of federal funds annually have denied
students that opportunity and have been hijacked to become venues for the promotion of terrorism, antisemitic harassment and intimidation, unlawful encampments, and in some cases, assaults and riots.
The House of Representatives will not countenance the use of federal funds to indoctrinate students into hateful, antisemitic, anti-American supporters of terrorism. Investigations into campus antisemitism by the Committee on Education and the Workforce and the Committee on Ways and Means have been expanded into a Congress-wide probe across all relevant jurisdictions to address this national crisis. The undersigned Committees will conduct oversight into the use of federal funds at MIT and its learning environment under authorities granted to each Committee.
• The Committee on Education and the Workforce has been investigating your institution since December 7, 2023. The Committee has broad jurisdiction over postsecondary education, including its compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, campus safety concerns over disruptions to the learning environment, and the awarding of federal student aid under the Higher Education Act.
• The Committee on Oversight and Accountability is investigating the sources of funding and other support flowing to groups espousing pro-Hamas propaganda and engaged in antisemitic harassment and intimidation of students. The Committee on Oversight and Accountability is the principal oversight committee of the US House of Representatives and has broad authority to investigate “any matter” at “any time” under House Rule X.
• The Committee on Ways and Means has been investigating several universities since November 15, 2023, when the Committee held a hearing entitled From Ivory Towers to Dark Corners: Investigating the Nexus Between Antisemitism, Tax-Exempt Universities, and Terror Financing. The Committee followed the hearing with letters to those institutions on January 10, 202
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• Question1
A U.S.-basedimporter,ZarbInc.,makesapurchase of crystal glassware froma firmin
Switzerlandfor39,960 Swissfrancs,or$24,000, at the spot rate of 1.665 francsper dollar.The termsof
the purchase are net90 days,and the U.S. firmwantsto cover thistrade payable withaforwardmarket
hedge toeliminate itsexchange rate risk.Supposethe firmcompletesaforwardhedge atthe 90-day
forwardrate of 1.682 francs.If the spotrate in 90 daysis actually1.638 francs,how much will the U.S.
firmhave savedor lostinU.S. dollarsbyhedgingitsexchange rate exposure?
• Question2
Suppose aforeigninvestorwhoholdstax-exemptEurobondspaying9% isconsideringinvestinginan
equivalent-riskdomesticbondina countrywitha 28% withholdingtax oninterestpaidtoforeigners.If
9% after-tax isthe investor'srequiredreturn,whatbefore-taxrate wouldthe domesticbondneedto
pay to provide the requiredafter-taxreturn?
• Question3
2. Suppose the exchange rate betweenU.S.dollarsandSwissfrancsisSF1.41 = $1.00, and the exchange
rate betweenthe U.S.dollarandthe eurois$1.00 = 1.64 euros.Whatis the cross-rate of Swissfrancsto
euros?
• Question4
Suppose YatesInc.,a U.S. exporter,soldaconsignmentof antique Americanmuscle-carstoa
Japanese customerata price of 143.5 millionyen,whenthe exchange rate was140 yenperdollar.In
orderto close the sale,Yatesagreedto make the bill payable inyen,thusagreeingtotake some
exchange rate riskforthe transaction.The termswere net6 months.If the yenfell againstthe dollar
such that one dollarwouldbuy154.4 yenwhenthe invoice waspaid,whatdollaramountwouldYates
actuallyreceive afteritexchangedyenforU.S.dollars?
• Question5
If the spotrate of the Israeli shekel is5.51 shekelsperdollarandthe 180-day forwardrate is
5.97 shekelsperdollar,thenthe forwardrate forthe Israeli shekelissellingata____ to the spot rate.
• Question6
If 1.64 Canadiandollars canpurchase one U.S. dollar,how manyU.S. dollarscanyou purchase forone
Canadiandollar?
• Question7
3. Suppose acarton of hockeypuckssell inCanadafor 105 Canadiandollars,and1 Canadiandollar
equals0.71 U.S.dollars.If purchasingpower parity(PPP) holds,whatisthe price of hockeypucksinthe
UnitedStates?
• Question8
If the inflationrate inthe UnitedStatesisgreaterthanthe inflationrate inBritain,otherthingsheld
constant,the Britishpoundwill
• Question9
Whichof the followingstatementsiscorrect?
• Question10
Considertwoverydifferentfirms,Mand N. FirmM isa mature firmina mature industry.Its
annual netincome andnetcash flowsare both consistentlyhighandstable.However,M'sgrowth
prospectsare quite limited,soitscapital budgetissmall relativetoitsnetincome.FirmN isa relatively
newfirmina newandgrowingindustry.Itsmarketsandproductshave not stabilized,soitsannual
operatingincome fluctuatesconsiderably.However,N hassubstantial growthopportunities,andits
capital budgetisexpectedtobe large relative toitsnetincome forthe foreseeablefuture.Whichof the
followingstatementsiscorrect?
• Question11
4. RohterGaleanoInc.is consideringhow tosetitsdividendpolicy.Ithasa capital budgetof
$3,000,000. The companywants to maintainatarget capital structure thatis 15% debtand85% equity.
The company forecaststhatitsnet income thisyearwill be $3,500,000. If the companyfollowsaresidual
dividendpolicy,whatwillbe itstotal dividendpayment?
• Question12
Whichof the followingstatementsiscorrect?
• Question13
The capital budgetof Creative VenturesInc.is$1,000,000. The companywantsto maintaina
target capital structure thatis 30% debtand 70% equity.The companyforecaststhatitsnetincome this
yearwill be $800,000. If the companyfollowsaresidual dividendpolicy,whatwill be itstotal dividend
payment?
• Question14
Whichof the followingstatementsiscorrect?
• Question15
Whichof the followingstatementsisCORRECT?
• Question16
Whichof the followingisNOTnormallyregardedasbeingagoodreasonto establishanESOP?
5. • Question17
Whichof the followingisNOTnormallyregardedasbeingabarrierto hostile takeovers?
• Question18
Whichof the followingstatementsbestdescribesthe optimal capital structure?The optimal capital
structure isthe mix of debt,equity,andpreferredstockthatmaximizesthe company's____.
• Question19
Barette Consultingcurrentlyhasnodebtinitscapital structure,has$500 millionof total assets,andits
basicearningpoweris15%. The CFOis contemplatingarecapitalizationwhere itwill issuedebtata cost
of 10% and use the proceedstobuy back sharesof the company'scommon stock,payingbookvalue.If
the companyproceedswiththe recapitalization,itsoperatingincome,total assets,andtax rate will
remainunchanged.Whichof the followingismostlikelytooccuras a resultof the recapitalization?
• Question20
BluelinePublishersisconsideringarecapitalizationplan.Itiscurrently100% equityfinancedbut
underthe planit wouldissue long-termdebtwithayieldof 9% anduse the proceedstorepurchase
commonstock.The recapitalizationwouldnotchange the company'stotal assets,norwoulditaffectthe
firm'sbasicearningpower,whichiscurrently15%.The CFObelievesthatthisrecapitalizationwould
reduce the WACCand increase stockprice.Whichof the followingwouldalsobe likelytooccurif the
companygoesaheadwiththe recapitalizationplan?
6. • Question21
Whichof the followingstatementsisCORRECT?
• Question22
Whichof the followingeventsislikelytoencourage acompanyto raise itstargetdebtratio,
otherthingsheldconstant?
• Question23
Two operationallysimilarcompanies,HDandLD, have the same total assets,operatingincome (EBIT),
tax rate,and businessrisk.CompanyHD,however,hasamuch higherdebtratiothanLD. AlsoHD's basic
earningpower(BEP) exceedsitscostof debt(rd).Whichof the followingstatementsisCORRECT?
• Question24
Whichof the followingstatementsisCORRECT?
• Question 25
Firmsgenerallychoose tofinance temporarycurrentoperatingassetswithshort-termdebtbecause
• Question26
7. A lockbox planismostbeneficial tofirmsthat
• Question27
Whichof the followingactionsshouldReeceWindowstake if itwantsto reduce itscash
conversioncycle?
• Question28
Otherthingsheldconstant,whichof the followingwouldtendtoreduce the cashconversioncycle?
• Question29
Whichof the followingwill cause anincrease innetworkingcapital,otherthingsheldconstant?
• Question30
A lockbox planis
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