Denice R. PrestonThe shift towards a digital economy has been accompanied by a more significant percentage of value for enterprises 84% of the S&P 500 – derived from intangible assets, including the patent system and computer software. …
State of the Venture Capital Industry in 2019
Over the past ten years, venture capital investment has grown by 17% annually, reaching $254 billion. What are the factors that have triggered this increase, and what does it mean for the future of the …
From Allbirds to Patagucci: The Ultimate Guide to Finance Fashion
Proper attire has always been crucial for those working in finance. Since dress codes are becoming more relaxed and the range of jobs is growing, what should one dress for? From Allbirds and Patagucci to …
The power of Choice: Bootstrapping vs. Venture Capital
As an entrepreneur, how do you choose the best way to finance your startup and consider bootstrapping? Venture capital? Each has its advantages and disadvantages. A framework can help you compare both and determine the …
Paying It Forward: Understanding Leveraged Buyouts
The fully leveraged buyouts have become among Wall Street’s more popular and well-publicized deals. However, their success depends on the ability to comprehend a company’s potential and its capability to bargain the best conditions for …
Plant Power: A Look at Beyond Meat and Its Competitors
A significant and noteworthy trend in recent times is the increase in veganism. Beyond Meat’s IPO in May of 2019 was a perfect example of this trend and is considered one of the top financial …
Google Apps Script Tutorial for Mastering Macros
Google Apps Script may appear familiar to people who understand Microsoft’s Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) language. But Google’s code offers more integrations and the capability to integrate workflows across documents, spreadsheets, and even presentations …
Looking at Failed IPOs in the Age of the Unicorn
For a long time, the IPO market seemed largely inactive. 2019 is breaking the norm, with many notable tech companies going live in stock markets. However, not all of these IPOs have been successful. What’s …
Equity Levels of Value: The Logic Behind Premiums and Discounts
In the past, when a business was evaluated, it was assessed primarily based on its capability to generate cash flow in the future and the subsequent value of these flows, determining its deal with investors. …
Analyzing the Effects of Negative Interest Rates Across Five Economies
The Western world has experienced unprecedentedly low interest rates in the last year. The interest rate is a vital instrument of the monetary policy that a nation’s central bank governs to encourage investment, employment, and …