Increased capital flows from pension funds and insurance companies show “expanding appeal” of impact investing – but investors favour high-income countries over Global South in face of economic volatility, latest GIIN research shows.
UK body’s first CEO says relationship-building will be key for her successor, as “activist” institute seeks to up its ambition – and works towards its eventual closure.
First-time deal means tech for good VC can increase financial firepower up to ten-fold and hold its own among mainstream competitors – while ensuring no “watering down” of focus on impact, according to CEO.
PLUS: $100m MacArthur grant to end homelessness; Dutch VC fund backs digital-only fashion house; ImpactAssets custom investments surge; new pooled fund for southeast Asia; Resonance's launchpad loan for mums' mental health; and more.
