4 min readWhat is an Investment Policy Statement (IPS)? Investment Policy Statements (IPS) are written directives provided by investors to their investment managers that defines the objectives, policies, and guidelines governing the management and oversight of their portfolio. An IPS serves as an essential tool in dictating how an investor’s portfolio should be managed. An IPS should…
3 min readWhat is Commercial Paper? Commercial paper (CP) is a type of short-term, unsecured debt instrument with a maturity of no more than 365 days. CP serves as an alternative to a business loan and is typically used by large corporations to finance their short-term operating needs such as accounts payable, payrolls and inventories. Generally speaking,…
10 min readExecutive Summary Effective liquidity management, especially for large cash portfolios with a range of investments, can quickly turn into a larger and more complex task than initially expected. Some financial executives may not have a firm grasp of what liquidity means in a portfolio of individual cash assets. But adhering to some simple guidelines and…
5 min readWhat is Venture Debt, why it may be applicable to you and how Capital Advisors Group helps to support Venture Debt raises. What is Venture Debt? Venture debt is a broad term but is often referred to as growth debt or term debt. It is a loan that is commonly offered by venture banks…
4 min readWhy a separately managed account may be right for you and your cash investment needs. What is an Separately Managed Account? A Separately Managed Account (SMA) is a portfolio of assets that offers customization in investment strategy, approach, and management style. The customization of SMAs allows investors to build a portfolio of securities that is…