Sycamore to Fund $24B Walgreens Buyout with 80%+ Debt
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TikTok’s annual carbon footprint is likely bigger than Greece’s, study finds
Average user generates greenhouse gases equal to driving an extra 123 miles in gasoline-powered car a year, data shows
Data center emissions likely 662% higher than big tech claims. Can it keep up the ruse?
Emissions from in-house data centers of Google, Microsoft, Meta and Apple may be 7.62 times higher than official tally
LACERA lowers infra allocation from 5%
Once targeting a 5% infrastructure allocation, LACERA’s board of investments has voted to lower
its infra allocation to 4% – nearly its current allocation, down from September's 5.5%.
its infra allocation to 4% – nearly its current allocation, down from September's 5.5%.
DTCP closes second digital infra fund on €1.1bn – exclusive
DIV II raised €1.12 billion, with €440 million committed to a sidecar, co-investment vehicle, bringing total funds raised to €1.56 billion.
Brian Chase leaves Quinbrook
Chase, a former MD at BlackRock, was brought on as global head of capital formation in 2021.
Global Infrastructure Finance targets $1bn with private EM bond fund
The open-end private fund received its first round of funding at the end of 2023. It seeks to reach $1bn over the next 18-24 months.
Old lessons, new ventures: Geoff Strong one year post-Apollo
In an exclusive interview, the industry veteran talks about leaving Apollo, setting up Northampton Capital Partners,
and why he’s not afraid to 'get creative.'
and why he’s not afraid to 'get creative.'
Quinbrook beats target to close debut UK impact fund on £620m
The fund, the first dedicated impact vehicle for the renewables manager, launched in 2020 seeking £500m from LPs.
KKR’s inaugural climate strategy is ‘industrials with an infra approach’
The firm has hired three new partners to its infrastructure platform, and registered the KKR Global Climate Fund, to kick off its unorthodox climate business.
Apollo terminates Dylan Foo as head of infra
The termination comes after Foo’s former co-head of infra, long-time staffer Geoff Strong, left the firm late last year.
Harrison Street to launch $750m energy transition fund
The fund marks the real estate investor’s second foray into infra, after its evergreen social infra vehicle.
3i reaches $500m first close on North American infra fund
The UK-based investment firm launched its first dedicated North American infrastructure fund last year, targeting $1bn.
Quinbrook hires Amazon renewables chief to lead data centre strategy
Co-founder David Scaysbrook tells us how tech veteran John Lucas will help the manager provide carbon-free energy solutions for data centres.
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Financial Advisors Share 5 Money Mistakes to Avoid for Better Financial Health
Among the most common financial mistakes, a scattered portfolio, old accounts, and overlooked documents can quietly drain wealth.
Tax inefficiency and outdated beneficiaries often go unnoticed until it’s too late.
If you want to prevent costly mistakes, make sure you have a clear financial plan that you regularly revisit and adjust as necessary.
Tax inefficiency and outdated beneficiaries often go unnoticed until it’s too late.
If you want to prevent costly mistakes, make sure you have a clear financial plan that you regularly revisit and adjust as necessary.
Retiring Early With $1.5 Million Can Work—But Here's When It Might Fail You
While many Americans consider $1.5 million to be the "magic number" that they need to save in order to retire, experts advise saving more than that.
$1.5 million might not be enough due to the rising cost of healthcare as well as inflation.
If you're looking to retire early, consider either continuing to work in some capacity or being more aggressive with your savings during your working years.
$1.5 million might not be enough due to the rising cost of healthcare as well as inflation.
If you're looking to retire early, consider either continuing to work in some capacity or being more aggressive with your savings during your working years.
Understanding Charlie Munger’s Wealth Threshold and Why It Changes Everything
Legendary investor Charlie Munger called the first $100,000 difficult to earn, but he also pointed out that compound growth makes all your future gains easier.
It takes 9.5 years to save $100,000 if you're putting away $650 per month at an average 7% annualized return.
After that decade, it only takes just under two and a half more decades to become a millionaire, showing the speed of growth under compound interest once you save six figures.
It takes 9.5 years to save $100,000 if you're putting away $650 per month at an average 7% annualized return.
After that decade, it only takes just under two and a half more decades to become a millionaire, showing the speed of growth under compound interest once you save six figures.
$10,000 a Month for Parents’ Long-Term Care Is a Growing Crisis—Who Can Afford to Pay?
Americans can expect to pay anywhere from about $5,700 to over $30,000 per month for nursing home care, depending on the market.1
Medicare covers 100% of the costs of nursing home care for only 20 days. After that, families must handle the costs.
There are steps families can take to try to shield themselves from these high costs, but it's important to prepare early.
Medicare covers 100% of the costs of nursing home care for only 20 days. After that, families must handle the costs.
There are steps families can take to try to shield themselves from these high costs, but it's important to prepare early.
Which Country Has the World’s Oldest Retirement Age?
Libya has the highest official retirement age at 70 years old.
Other countries with high retirement ages include Australia, Greece, Iceland, Israel, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, and the United States.
Countries with low official retirement ages often have high effective retirement ages, meaning people tend to work until their mid-60s regardless of where they live.
While the United States will avoid a rise in the retirement age in 2025, from 67 years old, the Republican Party has continually proposed this during budget talks.
Other countries with high retirement ages include Australia, Greece, Iceland, Israel, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, and the United States.
Countries with low official retirement ages often have high effective retirement ages, meaning people tend to work until their mid-60s regardless of where they live.
While the United States will avoid a rise in the retirement age in 2025, from 67 years old, the Republican Party has continually proposed this during budget talks.
Retiring Early With $1.5 Million Can Work—But You Need To Know When It Doesn’t
While many Americans consider $1.5 million to be the "magic number" that they need to save in order to retire, experts advise saving more than that.
$1.5 million might not be enough due to the rising cost of healthcare as well as inflation.
If you're looking to retire early, consider either continuing to work in some capacity or being more aggressive with your savings during your working years.
$1.5 million might not be enough due to the rising cost of healthcare as well as inflation.
If you're looking to retire early, consider either continuing to work in some capacity or being more aggressive with your savings during your working years.
Understanding Charlie Munger’s Wealth Threshold and Why It Changes Everything
Legendary investor Charlie Munger called the first $100,000 difficult to earn, but he also pointed out that compound growth makes all your future gains easier.
It takes 9.5 years to save $100,000 if you're putting away $650 per month at an average 7% annualized return.
After that decade, it only takes just under two and a half more decades to become a millionaire, showing the speed of growth under compound interest once you save six figures.
It takes 9.5 years to save $100,000 if you're putting away $650 per month at an average 7% annualized return.
After that decade, it only takes just under two and a half more decades to become a millionaire, showing the speed of growth under compound interest once you save six figures.
$10,000 a Month for Parents' Long-Term Care—Who Is Prepared to Shoulder This Cost?
Americans can expect to pay anywhere from about $5,000 to $30,000 per month for nursing home care, depending on the market.1
Medicare covers 100% of the costs of nursing home care for only 20 days. After that, families must handle the costs.
There are steps families can take to try to shield themselves from these high costs, but it's important to prepare early.
Medicare covers 100% of the costs of nursing home care for only 20 days. After that, families must handle the costs.
There are steps families can take to try to shield themselves from these high costs, but it's important to prepare early.
5 Frequent Money Mistakes Financial Advisors Warn Clients to Watch Out For
Among the most common financial mistakes, a scattered portfolio, old accounts, and overlooked documents can quietly drain wealth.
Tax inefficiency and outdated beneficiaries often go unnoticed until it’s too late.
If you want to prevent costly mistakes, make sure you have a clear financial plan that you regularly revisit and adjust as necessary.
Tax inefficiency and outdated beneficiaries often go unnoticed until it’s too late.
If you want to prevent costly mistakes, make sure you have a clear financial plan that you regularly revisit and adjust as necessary.
Should You Chase Your Dream Job or Play It Safe? Here's How to Decide
Most people think playing it safe and staying at a job you hate is the financially savvy option.
However, staying put can also have negative financial consequences.
There are a number of red flags to look for when deciding if you should leave your job.
Instead of quitting to chase your dreams, consider building a side hustle while keeping your day job.
If your side hustle is successful, it will eventually reach the point where it can become your main job.
However, staying put can also have negative financial consequences.
There are a number of red flags to look for when deciding if you should leave your job.
Instead of quitting to chase your dreams, consider building a side hustle while keeping your day job.
If your side hustle is successful, it will eventually reach the point where it can become your main job.
This Country Has the World’s Oldest Official Retirement Age
Libya has the highest official retirement age at 70 years old.
Other countries with high retirement ages include Australia, Greece, Iceland, Israel, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, and the United States.
Countries with low official retirement ages often have high effective retirement ages, meaning people tend to work until their mid-60s regardless of where they live.
While the United States will avoid a rise in the retirement age in 2025, from 67 years old, the Republican Party has continually proposed this during budget talks.
Other countries with high retirement ages include Australia, Greece, Iceland, Israel, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, and the United States.
Countries with low official retirement ages often have high effective retirement ages, meaning people tend to work until their mid-60s regardless of where they live.
While the United States will avoid a rise in the retirement age in 2025, from 67 years old, the Republican Party has continually proposed this during budget talks.
Could ChatGPT Transform How You Manage Money With Its Smart Financial Advice Today?
Experts warn that AI tools can sound convincing but often rely on outdated info and lack personal context.
Specialized platforms like Quest IndexGPT and AIEQ ETF offer institutional, data-driven alternatives to all-purpose generative AI.
Experts recommend using AI for education and exploration, but not decision-making; human financial advisors remain essential for reliable planning and investing.
Specialized platforms like Quest IndexGPT and AIEQ ETF offer institutional, data-driven alternatives to all-purpose generative AI.
Experts recommend using AI for education and exploration, but not decision-making; human financial advisors remain essential for reliable planning and investing.
Your Parents' Long-Term Care Could Cost $10,000 a Month—Who's Really Going to Pay?
Americans can expect to pay anywhere from about $5,000 to $30,000 per month for nursing home care, depending on the market.1
Medicare covers 100% of the costs of nursing home care for only 20 days. After that, families must handle the costs.
There are steps families can take to try to shield themselves from these high costs, but it's important to prepare early.
Medicare covers 100% of the costs of nursing home care for only 20 days. After that, families must handle the costs.
There are steps families can take to try to shield themselves from these high costs, but it's important to prepare early.
Why Waiting for a Housing Crash Could Be Costing You Money
About 1 in 3 Americans want the housing market to crash, according to a new survey, and many renters believe that a crash will allow them to afford a home.
Experts warn against trying to time the housing market because lost equity, rising prices, and a dash for homes could offset any potential gains from waiting.
Instead, the best thing to do is buy a home when you can afford it.
Experts warn against trying to time the housing market because lost equity, rising prices, and a dash for homes could offset any potential gains from waiting.
Instead, the best thing to do is buy a home when you can afford it.
Why Most Americans Overestimate Their Financial Savvy: The Surprising Truth Behind Costly Mistakes
There is a mismatch between people’s perceived financial savviness and their bad financial habits.
Smart people are still capable of making financial mistakes, especially when they believe their intelligence in other subject areas will somehow bleed into their financial skillset.
There are warning signs that you’re overestimating your financial skills. If this is you, consider educating yourself, staying vigilant about your finances, and talking about your finances with loved ones and trusted advisors.
Smart people are still capable of making financial mistakes, especially when they believe their intelligence in other subject areas will somehow bleed into their financial skillset.
There are warning signs that you’re overestimating your financial skills. If this is you, consider educating yourself, staying vigilant about your finances, and talking about your finances with loved ones and trusted advisors.
Gen Zers Admit to Faking Their Finances to Impress Partners, Risking Debt in the Process
A majority of Gen Z respondents claim they’ve overspent in order to seem more successful, both online and in person.
The desire to impress romantic partners is a key driver for this behavior, with 16.58% of Gen Zers taking on debt or hurting their credit score in order to buy their partner a gift.
The desire to impress romantic partners is a key driver for this behavior, with 16.58% of Gen Zers taking on debt or hurting their credit score in order to buy their partner a gift.
Retiring Early With $1.5 Million? Understanding When It Works And When It Doesn’t
While most Americans consider $1.5 million to be the "magic number" that they need to save in order to retire, experts advise saving more than that.
One reason why more than $1.5 million is needed is due to expenses such as healthcare, inflation, and unforeseen costs.
Those looking to retire early should consider either continuing to work in some capacity or being more aggressive with their savings during their working years.
One reason why more than $1.5 million is needed is due to expenses such as healthcare, inflation, and unforeseen costs.
Those looking to retire early should consider either continuing to work in some capacity or being more aggressive with their savings during their working years.
5 Costly Money Mistakes a Financial Advisor Sees All the Time
Among the most common financial mistakes, a scattered portfolio, old accounts, and overlooked documents can quietly drain wealth.
Tax inefficiency and outdated beneficiaries often go unnoticed until it’s too late.
If you want to prevent costly mistakes, make sure you have a clear financial plan that you regularly revisit and adjust as necessary.
Tax inefficiency and outdated beneficiaries often go unnoticed until it’s too late.
If you want to prevent costly mistakes, make sure you have a clear financial plan that you regularly revisit and adjust as necessary.
The Wealth Threshold Charlie Munger Said That Changes Everything
Legendary investor Charlie Munger called the first $100,000 difficult to earn but pointed out how compound growth makes all your future gains easier.
It takes 9.5 years to save $100,000 if you're putting away $650 per month at an average 7% annualized return.
After that decade, it only takes just under two and a half more to become a millionaire, showing the speed of growth under compound interest once you save six figures.
It takes 9.5 years to save $100,000 if you're putting away $650 per month at an average 7% annualized return.
After that decade, it only takes just under two and a half more to become a millionaire, showing the speed of growth under compound interest once you save six figures.
What a Yale Psychologist Says About Being Happy at Work and How to Apply It
Job crafting is a term coined in 2001 that explains how employees can make small tweaks in their day-to-day duties in order to maximize their happiness and achievement in the workplace.
The dual-growth mindset builds upon the idea of job crafting, arguing that those who couple job crafting with a self-growth mindset find even greater levels of satisfaction.
In the era of remote work, the dual-growth mindset has become even more accessible for office workers.
The dual-growth mindset builds upon the idea of job crafting, arguing that those who couple job crafting with a self-growth mindset find even greater levels of satisfaction.
In the era of remote work, the dual-growth mindset has become even more accessible for office workers.
Should You Move Back Home to Save Money? What Experts Say About the Tradeoffs
The financial impact of moving back in with your parents is nearly universal—only 10% of young people living at home experience negative financial consequences.
For certain people in certain industries, living at home can be a professional setback.
If you’re able to set the right boundaries with your parents, living at home could be a smart financial decision for you.
For certain people in certain industries, living at home can be a professional setback.
If you’re able to set the right boundaries with your parents, living at home could be a smart financial decision for you.
How to Find Overlooked Investment Ideas Using ChatGPT — Step by Step
Use tailored ChatGPT prompts to uncover hidden investment ideas like emerging industries, undervalued stocks, and alternative assets.
Always fact-check AI outputs using real-time data from sources like Morningstar, Yahoo Finance, and industry reports, as AI can hallucinate or misreport financial facts.
Use AI for research purposes only—and don’t upload any sensitive financial data into chatbot interfaces; make sure investment decisions are guided by a human financial advisor.
Always fact-check AI outputs using real-time data from sources like Morningstar, Yahoo Finance, and industry reports, as AI can hallucinate or misreport financial facts.
Use AI for research purposes only—and don’t upload any sensitive financial data into chatbot interfaces; make sure investment decisions are guided by a human financial advisor.
Charlie Munger: Most People Stop Too Soon—Meet This Wealth Milestone and It All Gets Easier
Legendary investor Charlie Munger called the first $100,000 difficult to earn but pointed out how compound growth makes all your future gains easier.
It takes 9.5 years to save $100,000 if you're putting away $650 per month at an average 7% annualized return.
After that decade, it only takes just under two and a half more to become a millionaire, showing the speed of growth under compound interest once you save six figures.
It takes 9.5 years to save $100,000 if you're putting away $650 per month at an average 7% annualized return.
After that decade, it only takes just under two and a half more to become a millionaire, showing the speed of growth under compound interest once you save six figures.
Is $1.5 Million Enough for Early Retirement? What It Can Buy and Where It Falls Short
While most Americans consider $1.5 million to be the "magic number" that they need to save in order to retire, experts advise saving more than that.
One reason why more than $1.5 million is needed is due to expenses such as healthcare, inflation, and unforeseen costs.
Those looking to retire early should consider either continuing to work in some capacity or being more aggressive with their savings during their working years.
One reason why more than $1.5 million is needed is due to expenses such as healthcare, inflation, and unforeseen costs.
Those looking to retire early should consider either continuing to work in some capacity or being more aggressive with their savings during their working years.
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