How are winning businesses achieving growth in an economic downturn?
With low business confidence, driven by soaring inflation, rising interest rates, and a looming recession.
Ethical investment app Bloom lands $525,000 in seed funding for its anti-greenwashing platform
Launched by Camille Socquet-Clerc and Bertrand Caron in 2019, the mobile investment app aims to democratise the investing landscape and offer a green solution to investors.
How climate change is shaping investing in 2023 and what high growth industries are rising from this
Shared challenges always inspire innovation. We’ve seen it with covid vaccine production, vehicle safety standards, communications tech and, more than ever, we’re seeing innovation in response to a changing climate.
Australian equity crowdfunding scene celebrates record-breaking year and $86 million investment on the books
Gathering economic storm clouds have done little to deter investors in the equity crowdfunding space in recent months, according to a new Birchal report.
How climate fintech Emmi turned a carbon rating system into a full product suite and $3.5 million in funding
Australian startup Emmi spoke to SmartCompany Plus about how it tackles the climate crisis by convincing major investors their assets could be at risk in a carbon-constrained world.
Birchal raises $3 million for its plan to build an equity crowdfunding ecosystem
Birchal co-founder and managing director Matt Vitale wants to make it easier — and safer — for everyday people to profit off startups.
This app promises a 3% return, and that’s a good thing
Blossom targets 3% returns by bringing bond investing, usually available only to large investors, to everyday people.
How sustainability is hitting the stock exchange
As much as sustainability holds sway over everyday purchase decisions, so has it garnered the attention of investors, eager to keep track of global trends just beyond the horizon.
Top investment trends to watch for in 2022
As the new year approaches, so do the ‘new year business resolutions’ — and if one of your goals is to start or improve on your investments, then here are some strategies and opportunities to unlock for 2022.
How an ETF is driving Bitcoin prices back to record highs
Bitcoin’s recent rally is largely attributed to speculation the US Securities and Exchange Commission will approve an exchange-traded fund, or ETF, based on Bitcoin futures.
Investing 101: She’s on the Money host Victoria Devine explains when and where you should invest
In this extract from She's on the Money, Victoria Devine shares her 'investing 101' tips, and covers why the best way to mitigate risk is diversification in your portfolio.
Seven reasons to invest in Gen Z founders
Gen Z founders are uniquely placed to work on some of the most important problems, and they’re uniquely qualified for the challenge.