The recent interest of private equity in attracting retail investors
Private Equity’s Exclusive Invite: A Cautious Look George Carlin famously remarked, “It’s a big club…and you’re not in it.” This feels particularly relevant in the realm of finance, where wealthy insiders often spotlight opportunities that seem exclusively for them and their close circles. So, when they suddenly extend an invitation to you, it raises questions. […]
D-Wave Quantum Raises $400M in Equity Offering, Aims for Acquisitions and Growth
Los Angeles, California – July 21, 2025 D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS), a prominent player in quantum computing systems and services, has successfully completed sales totaling $400 million through its market capital program (ATM). The average price for these shares, sold between June 11 and June 27, was approximately $15.18 per share. This notably represents […]
Citi takes action against junior bankers for frequently changing private equity jobs.
City is reportedly inquiring whether their resources align elsewhere, especially regarding their use of junior staff to combat aggressive recruitment by private equity firms. A Bloomberg News report indicates that the major bank, under CEO Jane Fraser, shared a memo with analyst managers aimed at creating a “fair and transparent environment.” The bank’s verification process […]
Sanders Suggests ‘Pensions for Everyone’ While Trump Plans to Allow Private Equity in 401(k)s
Sen. Bernie Sanders Proposes Bill Addressing Retirement Security Crisis On Thursday, U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders put forth a new piece of legislation aimed at addressing the growing crisis surrounding retirement security in the country. This action comes as reports indicate that President Donald Trump is preparing to issue an executive order that would facilitate easier […]
Trump will permit 401(k)s to invest in private equity, according to a report.
The Trump administration has announced that it has finalized an executive order allowing 401(k) retirement plans to invest in private equity. President Donald Trump is likely to sign this order soon, although discussions on specifics are ongoing and a formal announcement date hasn’t been set, according to reports. If implemented, this initiative could be a […]
Elizabeth Warren opposes the proposal to allow private equity in 401(k)s.
Private Equity Options in 401(k) Plans: A Controversial Topic A standard 401(k) typically includes only stocks and bond funds that deal with publicly traded companies. Nevertheless, private companies, which have largely been accessible only to institutional and affluent investors, are increasingly seen as significant players in the investment landscape. This leads to an important question: […]
D-Wave Quantum Raises $400 Million Through Equity Offering
Quantum Computing Leader D-Wave Raises $400 Million Los Angeles, California – July 2, 2025 – D-Wave Quantum (NYSE: QBTS), recognized as the first commercial provider of quantum computing systems and services, has successfully generated $400 million in revenue from a recent “at-the-market” equity offering. This program, which ran from June 11th to June 27th, concluded […]
Family offices increase investment in private credit and infrastructure amid private equity decline, survey reveals
Ultra-Rich Investors Shifting Towards Alternative Assets A recent study from BlackRock reveals that ultra-wealthy investment firms are increasingly turning to alternative assets, including real estate and venture capital. Family offices have boosted their average portfolio allocations to alternatives to 42% in recent months—an increase of 3 percentage points from the previous year. This shift reflects […]
Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF Continues to Be a Top Pick
Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF’s Key Morning Star Metrics Morning Star Medalist Rating: Gold Process Pillar: High People’s Pillars: Above average Parent pillar: Above average Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF, labeled as SCHD, takes pride in its clear, sensible, and risk-aware methodology. This approach is expected to yield better long-term risk-adjusted returns compared to its […]
San Francisco school district’s hidden equity grading proposal encounters opposition
San Francisco’s Grading Scheme Sparks Outrage San Francisco’s recent decision to halt its equity grading scheme has ignited significant national debate. The underlying issue, however, seems to be a troubling lack of transparency in how educational decisions are made within the district. The approach to equity grading, which has been adopted by various school districts […]