A fund dedicated to Italian SMEs
The QuattroR private equity fund stands out for its mission to promote the development of Italian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Recently, it announced a significant milestone in raising its second fund, QuattroR MidCap, which has already reached an interim closing of about 150 million euros just ten months after the start of commercialization. With a total target of 250 million euros and a final closing expected within the first half of 2025, this fund represents a unique opportunity for Italian companies looking for growth and relaunch
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Investment strategies and partnerships
The QuattroR MidCap fund will focus on providing new financial resources, primarily through capital raising operations. The goal is to establish qualified investments in partnership with entrepreneurs and shareholders, creating synergies that can lead to a significant development of the companies involved. This strategy aims to provide not only financial support, but also skills and know-how to face the challenges of the current market.
Strategic acquisitions in the technology sector
In a context of increasing digitalization, Accenture announced its intention to acquire the IQT Group, a provider of engineering and management services for large infrastructure projects. This acquisition represents an important step for Accenture, which intends to combine its digital skills and expertise in the field of Generative Artificial Intelligence with the IQT Group’s experience in planning and managing complex projects. This synergy could lead to significant innovations in the infrastructure sector
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Mortgage market trends in the United States
In the
United States, the mortgage market showed signs of decline, with a 0.7% decrease in requests in the week ending December 13. This decline follows a previous increase of 5.4%. Refinance requests fell by 2.6%, while new applications saw an increase of 1.4%. Thirty-year mortgage rates rose to 6.75%, a factor that could further influence investor and consumer decisions
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Inflation in the European Union
According to Eurostat data, annual inflation in the European Union increased to 2.5% in November, compared to 2.3% in October. The lowest levels were recorded in Ireland, while Romania saw the highest rates. The biggest contribution to inflation came from services, an aspect that economic authorities will have to monitor closely to avoid negative repercussions
on the economy.
Growing Asian markets
Asian stock markets closed positively, supported by the automotive and technology sectors. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index registered an increase of 0.83%, with companies such as Li Auto and Geely Automobile among the biggest earners. The Shanghai and Shenzhen indices have also shown signs of growth, as investors await the Federal Reserve‘s rate decision with interest
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