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A new pulp culture: How about some morning zest this year?

A new pulp culture: How about some morning zest this year?

Orange is the new black. No, I’m not talking about the popular Netflix comedy-drama. I am referring to a new trend – it’s no joke, and it might bring dramatic change to breakfast tables across China. Having your daily cuppa might soon take on a very different meaning in the country, with orange juice poised to be the new coffee. It is a phenomenon that will be of great interest to investors who will be keen to ride a new wave of pulp culture. Here’s a juicy, lip-licking stat:

Is the bitcoin a good store of value?

Is the bitcoin a good store of value?

To understand and decide whether bitcoin is a good store of value, consider first: real estate, commodities and other asset classes. The real estate market. About twenty years ago, I remember hearing folks talk about property being a store of value, something that has that ability to stand the test of time. In some ways that is true - real estate has not only been a good store of value but an instrument that has proven ability to deliver steady returns through capital appreci

So you want to raise a fund (Part 2) - Designing a Fund Strategy

So you want to raise a fund (Part 2) - Designing a Fund Strategy

- Kenny NG [This is the second article in a four-part series on fundraising] While the background and experience of the GP naturally drives the fund strategy, there are also numerous external factors to consider, such as: geopolitical landscape, the overall demographics of the economy and market forces. These factors are guided by the inherent attributes of the GP and should ultimately shape the overall direction and strategy of the fund. When looking at extrinsic factors, th