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Aug 08
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Global Alts Successfully Closes Venture Capital Fund Targeting Strategic Investment in Groq

By Alternative Investments, Press Release, Private Equity

Appleton, Wisconsin

Global Alternative Investment Management LLC (“Global Alts”) is pleased to announce the successful close of its latest venture capital fund, Global Alts SPV LLC- Groq AI fund (the “Fund”) targeting a strategic investment in Groq, a pioneering AI technology company developing chips to run generative AI models faster than conventional processors.

The Fund’s investment in Groq was acquired indirectly through a private investment vehicle participating in Groq’s recent $640M Series D round at a valuation of $2.8B. Groq’s round was led by funds and accounts managed by BlackRock Private Equity Partners with participation from both existing and new investors including Neuberger Berman, Type One Ventures, and strategic investors including Cisco Investments, Global Brain’s KDDI Open Innovation Fund III, and Samsung Catalyst Fund.

About Groq

Groq builds fast AI inference technology. Groq® LPU™ AI inference technology is a hardware and software platform that delivers exceptional AI compute speed, quality, and energy efficiency. Groq, headquartered in Silicon Valley, provides cloud and on-prem solutions at scale for AI applications. The LPU and related systems are designed and manufactured in North America. The unique, vertically integrated Groq AI inference platform has generated skyrocketing demand from developers seeking exceptional speed.

About Global Alternatives Investment Management

Global Alts seeks to provide its clients with opportunistic alternative investments on a global scale. With more companies staying private for longer, Global Alts targets unique investment opportunities into transformative, disruptive businesses through direct investments, secondary market purchases, and co-investments. Since spinning out from its RIA affiliate in 2021, Global Alts has launched six funds, targeting late-stage global technology venture capital, financial technology, and single-purpose funds targeting Indian-based companies. The founding partners of Global Alts have a 25+ year history of sourcing alternative investment opportunities. Using our innovative approach, the Global Alts team excels in creating bespoke one-investor funds tailored specifically for high-net-worth families, foundations and endowments ensuring personalized and strategic investment solutions.

Press & Investment inquiries

Prateek Mehrotra, MBA, CFA, CAIA

Chief Investment Officer

Prateek@GlobalAlts.com

920.785.6010

The press release is for Informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer or solicitation to sell shares or securities in any investment or company. Interests in any alternative investment vehicle are offered only pursuant to the terms of a confidential private placement memorandum (the “Memorandum”), which is furnished only to accredited and/or qualified investors on a confidential basis for their consideration in connection with the private offering. All investments involve risk and potential loss of capital and, unless otherwise stated, are not insured or guaranteed. For additional information on the risks of alternative investments, please visit our website.

Jul 10
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Global Alts Closes Private Equity Fund and Acquires Shares in the National Stock Exchange of India

By Alternative Investments, Press Release, Private Equity

APPLETON, WI July 10, 2024— Global Alternative Investment Management LLC (“Global Alts” or the “Firm”), is pleased to announce the successful close of its latest private equity fund, Global Alts SPV LLC- NSE India (the “Fund”). The Fund has completed the strategic acquisition of shares in the National Stock Exchange of India, Ltd. (NSE), marking a significant milestone for our Firm with this direct investment into the Indian-based company.

About the National Stock Exchange of India, Ltd.

Established in 1992 and known for its state-of-the-art technology and robust trading systems, NSE’s trading platform for equities, derivatives, currencies, debt securities and mutual funds has grown into one of the leading stock exchanges in India and one of the largest exchanges in the world. NSE holds a pivotal role in India’s expanding economy, acting as a catalyst for economic growth by providing a robust, efficient, and transparent market infrastructure that supports the development of businesses, encourages domestic and foreign investment, and enhances financial inclusion.

Growth Potential of the Indian Economy

India’s economy is currently the world’s fifth largest. Due to favorable demographics, government reforms aimed at improving the ease of doing business, and significant infrastructure development, the Indian economy is also one of the world’s fastest growing.  Home to over 1.4 billion people, India recently surpassed China as the populous country in the world. The demographic profile of India is notably young, with approximately 65% of the population under the age of 35. India’s young and rapidly expanding workforce, and a burgeoning middle class with rising disposable incomes offers a vast pool of talent and a growing consumer base with the potential to drive future economic growth.

About Global Alternatives Investment Management

Global Alts seeks to provide its clients with opportunistic alternative investments on a global scale. With more companies staying private for longer, Global Alts seeks to provide its investors with unique investment opportunities into transformative, disruptive businesses through direct investments, secondary market purchases, and co-investments. Since spinning out from its RIA affiliate in 2021, Global Alts has launched five funds, targeting late-stage global technology venture capital, financial technology, and single-purpose funds targeting Indian-based companies. The founding partners of Global Alts have a 25+ year history of sourcing alternative investment opportunities. Using our innovative approach, the Global Alts team excels in creating bespoke one-investor funds tailored specifically for high-net-worth families, foundations and endowments ensuring personalized and strategic investment solutions.

Press & Investment inquiries

Prateek Mehrotra, MBA, CFA, CAIA

Chief Investment Officer

Prateek@GlobalAlts.com

920.785.6010

View Official Press Release Here: https://ereleases.com/y/ndib 

The press release is for Informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer or solicitation to sell shares or securities in any investment or company. Interests in any alternative investment vehicle are offered only pursuant to the terms of a confidential private placement memorandum (the “Memorandum”), which is furnished only to accredited and/or qualified investors on a confidential basis for their consideration in connection with the private offering. All investments involve risk and potential loss of capital and, unless otherwise stated, are not insured or guaranteed. For additional information on the risks of alternative investments, please visit our website.

Aug 08
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Update on your Yellow Retirement Benefits

By 401k, Retirement

Yellow Corp officially filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy Sunday (8/6/23). Pensions & Investments published an article on August 7th, 2023, discussing the status of your Yellow Corp. retirement benefits.

Key Takeaways:

  • Participants whose benefits transferred to the insurance company in 2021 are not affected and will continue to receive 100% of their benefits.
  • Union employees will continue to receive their pension benefits. (These benefits will remain reduced).
  • Pension Benefit Guaranty Corp (PBGC) has the option to terminate Yellow’s pension and take it over.

Participants in the non-union Yellow pension plans should keep a close eye on what the PBGC decides to do in the coming days to understand what will happen to your benefits.

See Full Article:

https://www.pionline.com/pension-funds/yellow-corp-non-union-pension-participants-waiting-mode-after-bankruptcy-filing?utm_source=p-i-breaking-news-alert&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20230807&utm_content=hero-readmore&CSAuthResp=1691500914609%3A0%3A479097%3A391%3A24%3Asuccess%3AC9887CB4319507AFAD702BEFD9C37858#cci_r=

Jul 25
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Fortune: Uninsured depositors remain a ticking time bomb for the U.S. Banking system

By Market Outlook

According to Fortune, 40% of all deposits remain uninsured. Deposit insurance in U.S. banks is provided by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC); for credit unions, it’s the National Credit Union Administration. The maximum amount covered is $250,000 in a bank account (although there are ways to have multiple covered accounts).  EWM is helping high net worth individual or a business with more than $250,000 in deposits increase their FDIC insurance, through Cantor Fitzgerald’s CF Cash Program. Learn more at EndowmentWM.com/cash.

 

Jul 05
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Earn More with your Cash!

By MoneyTips, Wealth Management

According to Bankrate’s most recent survey, the average interest rate on savings accounts is 0.49% APY with some larger banks, such as Chase, U.S. Bank, and Bank of America paying only 0.01% APY (Bankrate weekly survey dated 6/28/2023).  What Is The Average Interest Rate For Savings Accounts? | Bankrate

Endowment Wealth Management’s CF Cash Program, as of 7/5/2023, is paying 4.34% APY on the first $1M of deposits and 3.85% on any deposits above $1M. Don’t let big banks take advantage of your deposits! To learn more about our CF Cash Management Program, please visit www.endowmentwm.com/cash

Dec 30
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How Public Pensions are Handling Private Equity in the Current Environment

By Private Equity, Retirement

A recent Pitchbook article provides some insight into public pension manager’s private equity allocation in the current market.  The past twelve years have seen rising institutional asset allocations to private equity as declining public market return assumptions, combined with fixed return mandates affected increased allocations to alternative assets.  However, PE investors see current macroeconomic environment and inflation as heightening the risk for the asset class for the two to three years. Such risks, along with valuations are causing some, but not all institutional investors to consider reducing their PE allocations.  That may be the wrong approach, as the best years for PE have historically often been in the few years following recessionary periods, as valuations are typically more favorable. Will it be different this time? Some argue that valuations are higher and the overall allocation to the space is higher than previous periods. The trend has been that more companies are remaining private for longer periods of time and with the current IPO market so narrow, investors seeking higher returns may need to continue to lean into the space. To see the full article, see Will public pensions stick to their PE targets in 2023? Pitchbook.com 12/13/2022.

Dec 16
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State Mandated Retirement Plans for Small and Medium-sized Businesses

By Retirement

SECURE Act 2.0 Legislation Overview

  • The retirement industry experts widely expect it to pass by the end of the year (2022).
  • Take away the option for auto-enrollment (for 401k and 403b retirement plans).
  • Increases the tax credits for starting a company retirement plan from between 75-100%
    • Currently 50%
  • New credits for employer contributions
    • Historically been tax deductible. Moving forward will get a dollar-for-dollar tax credit.
  • Increases mandatory RMD age from 72 to 75.

Stats for Americans in retirement: These are the primary reasons for current legislation

  • 25% of U.S. adults have no retirement savings.
  • The median for individuals nearing retirement (ages 55-64) is less than $1,000/month in available income.
  • 40% of working Americans are confident their retirement planning is on track (overconfident?).

Legislation mandates have been introduced in most states and are currently active in 16 states.

Of those active:

  • Employee eligibility starts at age 18
  • All post-tax, Roth IRAs
  • Free administrative cost

Program details:

  • Contribution Limits
    • 401(k): $22,500 ($30,000 if older than 50)
    • IRA: $6,000 ($7,000 if older than 50)
  • Deadlines/Compliance
    • Many state-run programs require employer compliance by a given deadline.
    • Deadlines may be staggered or based on number of qualified employees.
  • Fees/Penalties
    • Employers may receive fines for failure to provide a retirement savings option to eligible employees.
  • Administrative Duties
    • Employers are often required to bear the burden of paperwork and processing to ensure program compliance.
Dec 15
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2022 Study on Private Philanthropy Trends

By Uncategorized

A recently released report conducted by Foundation Source summarizes giving and investment trends for nearly a thousand private foundations. Key highlights of the report include:

Giving Trends:

  • Private foundation endowments experienced double-digit growth in both 2020 and 2021.
  • Strong returns in 2020 presented an opportunity for private foundations to increase their giving in 2021. Larger foundations ($50-500 million in assets) increased their giving by nearly 21% from years 2020-2021.
  • In 2021, foundations collectively distributed an average of 7.2% of their assets for charitable purposes, generously exceeding the minimum distribution requirement of 5%.
    • Smaller foundations ($1-10 million in assets) gave nearly twice the minimum distribution requirement of 5% in 2021.
  • The Education Sector was the largest recipient (21%) of foundation funding in 2021.

Investment Trends:

  • Larger foundations have nearly 5-times the exposure to alternative investments than smaller foundations, and the lowest allocation to equities at 47.1% in 2021.
  • Foundations of all sizes experienced double-digit annual growth in both 2020 and 2021, gross-of-fees, with larger foundations leading at 16.5% over this two-year time period.

Foundations gave more abundantly in 2021 as they looked to contribute to pandemic recovery efforts. Even through times of economic distress, private foundations have continued to increase their charitable giving as they pursue their respective missions.

Details to Note:

  • Endowment Wealth Management maintains a strategic relationship with Foundation Source. View our press release from 2020 Here.
  • Foundation Source has been releasing its annual report on foundations since 2008.

 

View the Full Report Here.

Oct 28
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Endowment Index Press Releases Discontinued

By Uncategorized

SEC Marketing Rule 206(4)-1, places new requirements on the distribution of hypothetical performance on investment advisers. To comply with the Rule, ETF Model Solutions will no longer provide Endowment Index® performance data via press release. Investment professionals, institutional investors, endowment managers, family office staff and accredited investors who wish to continue to receive Endowment Index® performance data should visit EndowmentIndex.com and sign up to receive future updates directly

The Endowment Index® represents the investable opportunity for managers of portfolios utilizing the Endowment Investment Philosophy® or who otherwise incorporate alternative investments within a comprehensive asset allocation. The Endowment Index® measures performance for a multi-asset, globally diversified, three-dimensional portfolio that includes Global Equity, Global Fixed Income, and Alternative Investments (like Private Equity, Hedge Funds and Real Assets). The Index applies an objective, rules-based construction methodology based upon portfolio allocation data obtained from over 700 educational institutions that collectively manage over $820 billion as of 6/30/21. Each of the 22 sub-indexes that currently comprise the Index are investable and contained within those sub-indexes are over 47,000 underlying securities.

ETF Model Solutions, LLC serves its clients as an ETF strategist, designing and managing ETF-based investment solutions for advisers, institutions, retirement plans and individual investors based upon the Endowment Investment Philosophy®. The Firm offers ETF-based diversified target-risk models, and asset class models for use by investment advisers and retirement plans. ETF Model Solutions, LLC also provides digital investment services to individual investors through the website, www.MyRoboAdviser.com.

Contact: Tim Landolt MBA, Managing Director, 920.785.6012
Info: www.ETFModelSolutions.com or www.EndowmentIndex.com

Disclosure: Information presented for educational purposes only and is not intended as an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies, nor shall it be construed to be the provision of investment advice. You cannot invest directly in an index. Indexes do not contain fees. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Investments involve risk and unless otherwise stated, are not insured or guaranteed. Performance information provided is net of any underlying exchange-traded fund expenses but does not include any other fees or expenses. A copy of the Firm’s disclosure document, Form ADV Brochure Part 2, is available upon request.