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Toys for Billionaires: Sports Franchises as Trophy Assets!

Musings on Markets

I have always loved sports, playing tennis and cricket when I was growing up, before transitioning to fan status, cheering for my favored teams from the sidelines. Thus, it should come as no surprise that when the two connect, as is the case when teams are bought and sold, or players are signed, I am doubly interested.

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Sports Private Equity: Bright Spot in a Troubled PE Landscape or an Emerging Bubble?

Brian DeChesare

Even as deal activity, fundraising, and exits have slowed everywhere, billionaires and PE firms backed by billionaires continue to acquire and invest in sports teams. Over two-thirds of NBA teams have a private equity connection or investment , and all major U.S. only a handful a decade ago).

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SEC Investment Management Chief Speaks on Regulation Outside the U.S.

Reynolds Holding

I have, for instance, a keen appreciation for football, in its European, American, Canadian, Australian, rugby, and even Gaelic permutations. A truly great team today is likely to feature players from all around the world. and BlackRock Fund Advisors; Notice of Application and Temporary Order, Investment Company Act Rel.