Going forward, updates on this blog will happen whenever I can carve out the time which may be less predictable than market volatility. I will be busy scaling my work with partners, both existing and new ones. Growth is good, collaboration is better, and as much as I enjoy writing here, the real work and…
Sell the trumpets, buy the cannons
There has been no shortage of reports about the escalating conflict involving Iran and the risks it poses to global markets. The situation has once again pushed the Middle East to the center of global attention. With energy markets reacting quickly to every new headline, warnings of oil price spikes and broader economic disruptions have…
The seven levels of consciousness
In his 1963 book “The Science of Existence and the Art of Living”, His Holiness Maharishi Mahesh Yogi states that through the practice of Transcendental Meditation (TM) techniques, over time, the conscious mind becomes familiar with the deeper levels of the mind and the subconscious mind becomes familiar with it naturally. He said he would…
Back to school
Private equity has long been associated with uncorrelated returns, access to unique deals, and portfolio diversification but is it still living up to the promise? Or has the growing buzz outpaced the fundamentals? Recently, a party approached me saying he is looking to raise tens of millions for his next batch of offerings. He proudly…
No bunker required
I have not gone into hiding in a bunker despite the escalating tensions in the Middle East. In reality, the past couple of days have been quite the opposite. I have been working closely with partners and engaging with both existing investors and new prospects who are looking to understand and in some cases capitalize…