Tagged: Research Report

November 16, 2025 @ 5:47 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Wall Street is now seemingly betting big on venture secondaries as the market reaches nearly $95 billion. This, according to an update from PitchBook which noted that the US venture secondary market is accelerating rather quicklty, reaching an estimated “$94.9 billion in annual value across direct… Read More

November 11, 2025 @ 7:48 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Sygnum, a digital asset banking group, revealed the results of its Future Finance 2025 global institutional investor report. The late-Q3 survey examines the interests, market sentiment and behavior of 1000+ institutional and professional investors currently active in the crypto market across 43 different countries. The… Read More

November 9, 2025 @ 3:46 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The rise of these so-called Digital Asset Treasury Companies (DATs) has seemingly become one of web3 and crypto’s most “defining” developments since 2020. CoinGecko noted in a report that although most headlines have primarily focused on ETFs, memecoins, and the upcoming wave of decentralized finance… Read More

October 26, 2025 @ 9:43 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The insurance sector is said to be undergoing a significant transformation. KPMG Ireland noted that as market dynamics continue to shift and new challenges present themselves, insurance industry professionals are under mounting pressure to improve agility, boost operational efficiency, and provide considerable cost reductions. KPMG… Read More

October 25, 2025 @ 4:08 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Public markets are reportedly leading in Italy as private capital activity rebounds in a more selective manner. This, according to an update from the researchers at PitchBook. As stated in the latest report, Italy’s economy faced a mixed Q3, with GDP stagnating and exports “softening”… Read More

October 21, 2025 @ 2:24 am By Omar Faridi  |  

A survey released by The BlackRock Foundation and Commonwealth reveals that over 54% of Americans living on low and moderate incomes (individuals from households living on low and moderate incomes ranging from $30,000 – $79,999 annually) are currently retail investors in the capital markets. Among… Read More

October 14, 2025 @ 10:34 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Deloitte released the findings of its GenAI in M&A Survey, asking 1,000 corporate and private equity professionals across various industries in the United States about their expectations for Generative AI use in dealmaking as well as what trends could be emerging within investment and deployment… Read More

October 13, 2025 @ 6:12 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Oliver Wyman noted in their wealth and asset management report with Morgan Stanley that they examined the global industry outlook, and have carefully looked at how mergers and acquisitions are now seemingly changing the asset management and wealth management ecosystem. In the latest report, they… Read More

September 8, 2025 @ 5:59 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The global financial services sector is undergoing a transformation and stablecoins—digital currencies pegged to stable assets like fiat currencies or commodities—appear to be at the center of these developments. A research report released by Julius Bär highlights the potential of stablecoins to reshape global payments,… Read More

September 8, 2025 @ 8:04 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The UK’s economic sector in August 2025 continues to reflect a cautious approach to hiring and persistent pressures on public finances, as detailed in two key reports from KPMG and the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC). The KPMG and REC UK Report on Jobs for… Read More

September 1, 2025 @ 7:46 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The workplace landscape in 2024 continues to evolve, shaped by technological advancements, shifting employee expectations, and economic pressures. TriNet’s State of the Workplace report, a detailed analysis of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in the U.S., provides a roadmap for navigating these changes. Drawing from… Read More

August 30, 2025 @ 4:10 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The e-commerce sector continues to evolve, with venture capital activity in Q2 2025 showcasing resilience despite a complex economic environment. According to PitchBook’s Q2 2025 E-Commerce VC Trends report, startups in the e-commerce enablement space raised $3.3 billion in venture capital, marking an 11.4% increase… Read More

August 29, 2025 @ 12:19 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In 2025, stablecoins have solidified their position as a cornerstone of the evolving financial landscape, reshaping how businesses and individuals approach cross-border payments. BitPay’s State of Stablecoins 2025 Report highlights the growth and adoption of stablecoins, underscoring their role as a faster, cheaper, and more… Read More

May 9, 2025 @ 7:53 am By Omar Faridi  |  

TransUnion (NYSE: TRU) noted that gig economy services are widely used by American consumers overall, but households with children have emerged as “power users.” According to a blog post by TransUnion, this cohort reports using gig services on a weekly basis at an overall rate… Read More

May 6, 2025 @ 7:41 am By Omar Faridi  |  

As of April 2025, governments worldwide hold 463,741 BTC, roughly 2.3% of Bitcoin’s total supply, valued at approximately $42.9 billion, according to CoinGecko’s research. This figure reflects a decline from 529,591 BTC in July 2024, underscoring the dynamic nature of government involvement in cryptocurrencies. Meanwhile,… Read More

May 3, 2025 @ 2:08 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In its Global Markets Snapshot, PitchBook has examined the private and public market landscape, offering insights for investors navigating a complex economic environment. The report highlights key trends in venture capital (VC), private equity (PE), and mergers and acquisitions (M&A), while addressing the impact of… Read More

May 2, 2025 @ 4:50 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The retail fintech sector faced a significant setback in Q1 2025, as venture capital (VC) funding dropped sharply by 37.8% from the previous quarter, totaling just $1.9 billion, according to PitchBook’s Q1 2025 Retail Fintech VC Trends report. This decline, despite optimism for regulatory relief… Read More

May 1, 2025 @ 7:33 am By Omar Faridi  |  

After a strong first quarter, business confidence fell by 10 points in April to 39%, according to the Lloyds Business Barometer, though it remains higher than “levels seen in first quarter and above the long-term average of 29%.” The decline was driven mainly by “a… Read More

April 30, 2025 @ 3:15 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The global financial landscape is undergoing a shift, with central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) projected to facilitate $213 billion in transactions by 2030. As central banks worldwide race to design the future of public money, a new report, Hyperledger in Action: Central Bank Digital Currencies… Read More

April 30, 2025 @ 10:37 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The corporate venture capital (CVC) landscape in Q1 2025 reflects a strategic shift toward selective, high-impact investments, as detailed in CB Insights’ State of CVC Q1’25 Report. With global CVC-backed deal volume dropping to a seven-year low, corporations are prioritizing quality over quantity, channeling larger… Read More