Pathfinder commits more funds to climate VC firm
Pathfinder has become the first institutional investor in climate-tech venture capital firm Motion Capital, committing funds that have helped lift the manager's debut fund to $27.2 million.
The ethical KiwiSaver provider led a $7.2 million extension to Motion Capital's inaugural fund, following its original $20 million close in August last year.
The investment marks a new avenue for KiwiSaver money to flow into New Zealand's venture capital sector and climate-focused startups.
Pathfinder strategic adviser for private assets Kelly Tyne says the investment gives KiwiSaver members ...MORE»
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NZX50 climbs 1.8% this week on prospect of Middle East peace
The countdown is on to SpaceX’s debut.
New Zealand’s S&P/NZX 50 index ended the week on a strong note as the US and Iran moved closer to a potential ceasefire after President Donald Trump called off planned strikes and said a deal could close as early as this weekend, pushing oil prices lower and reviving investors’ demand for riskier assets.
That comes ahead of the much-anticipated SpaceX debut after it raised US$75 billion ...MORE»
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