by Julien Schenk | Jun 15, 2025 | Private markets
Introduction Swiss SMEs private equity has become one of the most attractive but underexplored opportunities in European private markets. While global funds continue to chase billion-dollar deals in the U.S. and Asia, many sophisticated investors are shifting... 
by Julien Schenk | Jun 15, 2025 | Private markets
Introduction Secondaries private equity is one of the fastest-growing segments in private markets. Traditionally, private equity was known for its illiquidity — investors committed capital for 10 to 12 years with little flexibility. But secondaries are changing that... 
by Julien Schenk | Jun 15, 2025 | Private markets
Introduction Permanent capital private equity is gaining attention as an alternative to the traditional closed-end fund structure. For decades, private equity operated almost exclusively through funds with a fixed 10-12 year lifespan. But in recent years, more firms... 
by Julien Schenk | Jun 13, 2025 | Finance & Global Economy
Introduction Swiss safe haven status remains one of the most enduring and unique features of global financial markets. For decades, during times of economic crisis or geopolitical turmoil, investors have consistently turned to Switzerland as a stable and reliable... 
by Julien Schenk | Jun 8, 2025 | Investing
Introduction Investing 2025 feels very different from the world young investors faced just a few years ago. After more than a decade of near-zero interest rates, booming tech stocks, and cheap leverage, the current environment — defined by higher rates, sticky...