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How Arctos Sports Fund became a major player in global football investment When Liverpool Football Club face Atalanta B.C. in the UEFA Europa League in Bergamo later tonight, for one of the watching parties, albeit one that few in attendance will have heard of, it presents the archetypal win-win situation. Arctos Sports, a specialised private equity company with offices in New York, Texas and London, hold 5 per cent stake in Fenway Sports Group, which owns Liverpool, and 45 per cent of La Dea, the holding company, which owns Atalanta. Arctos Sports has recently closed its second sports investment fund at an impressive $4.2 billion, further solidifying its position as a significant entity in the world of professional sports. 1. What makes Arctos Sports Fund a significant player in European football? Arctos has strategically invested in major football clubs like Liverpool, Paris Saint-Germain, and Atalanta. Their approach has emphasized not just the financial investment but also leveraging club assets to maximize growth and performance. This selective and strategic approach places them as a key player in the European football landscape. 2. What is Arctos Sports Fund’s investment strategy? Arctos primarily focuses on acquiring minority stakes in sports teams, providing them with growth capital and operational support. This strategy is aimed at clubs that present a real opportunity for growth beyond just financial liquidity, ensuring that their investment contributes to the long-term success and expansion of these clubs. 3. How does Arctos Sports Fund choose its investments? Arctos employs a rigorous, criteria-driven approach to select teams that are poised for growth. This involves evaluating factors like academy operations, player trading capabilities, brand strength, and stadium infrastructure. This meticulous approach ensures that only the best and most viable clubs are chosen, with only about 10 to 15 clubs in Europe meeting their stringent criteria. 4. What are the future prospects for Arctos Sports Fund? Arctos is likely to continue expanding its influence in the sports world, possibly in collaboration with existing partners. Their recent investments and the strategic partnerships they have nurtured suggest an ongoing expansion and deeper involvement in both American and European sports. The future looks promising as they explore more opportunities in a highly selective market. #SportsBusiness #Football #SportsBiz #Finance #Data #Intelligence #Investment

Private Equity is CHANGING Sports FOREVER! Explore the evolving landscape of sports ownership! This video analyzes the impact of private equity on team valuations and the push for diversity and inclusion in sports leadership. Learn about significant changes and the future of sports investment. #SportsOwnership #PrivateEquity #SportsInvestment #DEI #DiversityInSports #RooneyRule #SportsBusiness #TeamValuation #LeagueExpansion #FutureOfSports ['#SportsOwnership', '#PrivateEquity', '#SportsInvestment', '#DEI', '#DiversityInSports', '#RooneyRule', '#SportsBusiness', '#TeamValuation', '#LeagueExpansion', '#FutureOfSports']

Brera Holdings PLC - Shaping the Future of Sports Ownership Brera Holdings PLC (Nasdaq: BREA), a trailblazer in the multi-club ownership model, examines the dynamic evolution in sports ownership and investment. The landscape is shifting, with multi-club organizations such as Red Bull, Eagle Football Agency, City Football Group, Qatar Sports Investments, RedBird Capital Partners, and the Friedkin Group driving unprecedented growth. Brera, as the only publicly traded multi-club ownership company exclusively focused on football (soccer), stands at the forefront of this transformation, attracting new funding sources and fostering deeper connections within the sports ecosystem. 💼 Investors now have the unique opportunity to not only participate in sports but to actively shape its future. From private equity and sovereign wealth funds to dedicated sports funds and family offices, the appetite for innovation in sports investment is fueling new possibilities. Read the full PR here: https://lnkd.in/gXmDVHmw #SkylineClients #BreraHoldings #SportsOwnership #MultiClubOwnership #Football #InvestmentTrends #InvestorRelations #Skyline Skyline is paid by $BREA for IR services. Disclaimer 17(b) here: https://lnkd.in/dfxAN_h

In sports, the difference between victory and defeat can be as slim as a second over 100 years. The 100m sprint time improved from 10.6 seconds in 1924 to 9.63 seconds in 2024—a testament to relentless dedication, innovation, and precision in every aspect of the sport. Similarly, wealth creation through equity mutual funds relies on small, consistent efforts. Regular SIP contributions, though modest, compound over time to generate significant wealth. The power of compounding amplifies even the smallest investments. In both cases, the key lies in persistence and discipline. While the progress may seem slow, the cumulative effect over time is extraordinary. #DontRetireRich

360Player, a Raleigh, NC-based provider of a digital platform for modern sports clubs receives $25M Investment from Five Elms Capital. The company intends to use the funds to support its plans to expand its integrated platform for clubs, coaches, players, and parents across new international markets, and add new product features and capabilities. #venturecapital #funding #sports #eyeballeconomy Jeffrey Greene Abhishek Banerji Jayant Bhokare Bhavesh Singhi Anil Menghani Sheetal Soni, CFA, FCA Rachit Poddar Prateek Tosniwal Daniel Kranzler Macwin Dlima Joep Uijttewaal DVM Capital

Culture Capital, a global forex broker, has entered into a partnership with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), marking its first sports sponsorship.   The agreement designates Culture Capital as PSG’s exclusive Asian Online Forex and Trading Partner. PSG, the current Ligue 1 champion, has won the title 12 times. The partnership was arranged by sports marketing agency SportQuake. Culture Capital intends to promote its trading services to PSG fans in Asia and football enthusiasts worldwide. Read More: https://lnkd.in/g6GjBMU5.   #CultureCapital #PSGPartnership #Forex #Trading #SportsSponsorship #FootballFans

Nice to get the briefest of mention in todays Off The Pitch Article on Arctos Sports Partners, my recent article has sparked much discussion across industry, my post below reveals the facts and if you combine this with OFP you can gage some of the thinking behind Arctos strategy from the key people within. https://lnkd.in/ejAUQn32 ---- ARCTOS Sports Partners Launch Fund II Multiple minority stakes - Does influence come in return for investment. ARCTOS PE Investors have closed a second round of investment creating ARCTOS Fund II, generating $4.2bn, $7bn combined with Fund I and will represent the world’s largest aggregation of institutional capital dedicated exclusively to professional sports investment. ARCTOS (HQ Dallas) founded 2019, ARCTOS Sports Fund launched 2020. ARCTOS co-founders Ian Charles and Doc O’Connor former CEO Madison Square Garden. ARCTOS objective is to buy small stakes in professional sports organisations to provide liquidity for growth and value creation strategies. ARCTOS Fund II, closed with over $4.1 billion in capital commitments from a diverse group of global investors, including some of the world’s leading pension funds, retirement systems, endowments and insurance companies. Approximately 30% of Fund II’s capital ($1.2bn) will be deployed across fund I franchises whilst the remaining 70% will enter new franchises and leagues. ARCTOS Investments  Soccer / Football Club 2023 - Increased its minority stake in HBSE which has a 36% stake Crystal Palace through Josh Harris & David Blitzer combined shareholding. David Blitzer also has a portfolio of clubs including FC Augsburg, AP Alcorcón, Bronby, ADO Den Haag, SK Beveren & Estoril split under different holding companies. 2023 - 12.5% Stake in QSI ($400m+) who own PSG and QSI also has a 29% stake in Portuguese club Braga. 2022 - 45% in La Dea, the holding company which owns 86% of Atalanta (Serie A) 2022 - Minority Stake in MLS side Real Salt Lake along with David Blitzer, Ryan Smith 2022 - 15% Stake in both MLS side Portland Timbers and NWSL's Portland Thorns. 2020 - 5% stake in Fenway Sports Group which includes Liverpool American Sports  2020 - 5% into FSG who own Boston Red Sox & Pittsburgh Penguins. 2022 - Minority stakes in MLB sides Houston Astros, Los Angeles Dodgers, Chicago Cubs, San Francisco Giants & San Diego Padres. 2023 - 20%+ NHL Franchise Tampa Bay Lightening, first investment 2021 upped in 2023 2021 - 10% stake NHL Minnesota Wild Through investment into HBSE has a minority stake in New Jersey devils  2021 - 5% in Golden State Warriors, upped to 13% 2022. 2021 - 17% stake in Sacramento Kings paying $306m (£223m) 2022 Utah Jazz through Smith Entertainment Group, Ryan Smith who together also purchased MLS Side Real Salt Lake Other Sports * Joe Gibbs Racing.  * F1 Aston Martin * Elevate Sports Ventures consultancy, * Professional Lacrosse League

From owning part of your favorite teams to fueling the future of sports, we believe in giving you the tools to take control and build wealth by investing in your passions. #CVP #CVPInvestments #SportsInvestment #SportsTech #Investing #SportsEquity #AlternativeInvestments

Brera Holdings (NASDAQ: BREA), the publicly traded multi-club ownership company focused on football, will participate in Sportico's 'Invest in Sports' Conference in New York City on November 4. The company's CEO Pierre Galoppi and Head of Investments Maria Xing will join industry leaders and investors like Blackstone's David Blitzer and Alexis Ohanian to discuss the evolving dynamics and growth of sports investments. The conference will cover how sports franchises have expanded into global brands across technology, finance, and real estate, while spotlighting rising sectors like women's sports and youth athletics. Brera Holdings PLC aims to expand its social impact football business by developing a global portfolio of emerging football and other sports clubs, providing opportunities to earn tournament prizes, gain sponsorships, and achieve capital appreciation. @breraholdings @sportico #investinsports #sportsbusiness

Sportico's #InvestInSports is come to LA this May! 🏆 The industry-leading news conference unpack the opportunities and motivations driving the new investment class of athletes, celebrities, media moguls, private equity funds, individual investors and more as they look to generate returns and transform the $500B industry. What to participate? Message me. https://lnkd.in/et7KQD9F #privateequity #sportsbusiness #sportsfinance #alternativeinvestments #familyoffices