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The PurseWomen, money and closing the gender investment gap. Listen to the podcast interview with Ayesha OforiWelcome to our #257 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we spotlight our interview with Ayesha Ofori on The Purse Podcast. Ayesha is the founder and CEO of Propelle: a pioneering investment platform designed to empower women to achieve financial independence.We focus on why women need to invest in order to build their wealth. And start early. And in the interview we talk about women’s relationship with money, closing the gender investment gap, launching Ayesha’s...2024-10-1300 min
The PurseFemtech, fundraising and future aspirations. Listen to the podcast interview with Ida TinWelcome to our #253 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we spotlight our interview with Ida Tin on The Purse Podcast. Ida coined the term ‘femtech’ in 2016 and co-founded Clue, the most trusted female health app.We focus on why starting Clue was important to her. And in the interview we cover Ida’s personal journey, the rise of femtech, the challenges in the women’s health market, the impact of gender in leadership, fundraising, ethical challenges in...2024-09-1500 min
The PurseHow women and the Next Gen lead on money decisions. Listen to the podcast interview with Ozge DoganWelcome to our #248 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we spotlight a short excerpt from the interview with Ozge Dogan on The Purse Podcast. Ozge is the Founder of Karman Beyond, Türkiye’s first independent multi-family office - democratising wealth management for families.We focus on how women (and the next gen) lead on money decisions in a family office setting. In the podcast interview we also talk about the definition of wealth, what is a fami...2024-08-1101 min
The PurseGender lens investing: an update. And listen to the podcast interview with Marypat SmuckerWelcome to our #246 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we highlight the interview with Marypat Smucker on The Purse Podcast. We talk about gender lens investing and what’s changed in the market since 2022.Listen to the full interview here.***And you can review the news in brief so you stay on top of global financial, economic and investing trends.I hope you enjoy this week’s newsletter.Until ne...2024-07-2800 min
The PurseSHE1K: how to launch the world’s first C-suite executive angel syndicate. And listen to the podcast interview with the chief builder, Christina TeoWelcome to our #244 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we highlight an excerpt from the interview with the Christina Teo on The Purse Podcast.Christina is the chief builder of SHE1K, which is the world's first C-suite executive angel syndicate. We talk about Chris’ successful corporate career, how she immersed herself in the startup community, launching an angel syndicate, important lessons in investing and how more women can engage with their money. Lis...2024-07-1400 min
The PurseFinancial psychotherapy, evolving gender roles and money habits. Listen to the podcast interview with Vicky ReynalWelcome to our #242 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we highlight a short excerpt from the interview on The Purse Podcast with financial psychiastrist Vicky Reynal.We talk about how financial psychotherapy can help address money issues, evolving gender roles, money habits, money avoidance, the impact on relationships, crisis points, and how women can engage more with their money. Please enjoy!Listen to the full interview here.***And you can re...2024-06-3000 min
The PurseInvesting in ethical managers to address the world’s most pressing problems. Listen to the podcast interview with Adeo Ressi, CEO of Decile GroupWelcome to our #241 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we share a short excerpt from the interview with Adeo Ressi, CEO of Decile Group, on The Purse Podcast.Adeo is revolutionising global entrepreneurship and venture capital (VC). As CEO of Decile Group, he helped launch nearly 50% of all new VC firms worldwide in 2023, and he serves as Chairman and Co-Founder of the Founder Institute, which runs startup accelerators in over 300 cities worldwide and has over 7,000 portfolio...2024-06-2301 min
The PurseThe Double X Economy and the cost of sexism. Listen to the podcast interview with Professor Linda ScottWelcome to our #238 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we highlight a short excerpt from the interview with Professor Linda Scott on The Purse Podcast.Linda Scott is Emeritus DP World Professor of Entrepreneurship and Innovation, University of Oxford, as well as a visiting professor at Brown University where she teaches gender and economics. We talk about sexism, the gender pay gap, the UK Equality Act, women in leadership, male allies, female entrepreneurship, why women...2024-05-2601 min
The PurseWomen’s growing economic power and how the financial services industry needs to change. Listen to the podcast interview with Sarah Courtney DockettWelcome to our #209 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we spotlight a short extract from The Purse Podcast interview with Sarah Courtney Dockett, who is Managing Director for Citi Private Bank, Women in Wealth for EMEA.We talk about women’s growing economic power, how the financial services industry needs to change, female entrepreneurship and women’s relationship with money.Listen to the full interview here.***And you can review the...2023-10-2200 min
The PurseUN Report: an additional $360bn investment per year is needed to achieve gender equality and women’s empowerment by 2030Welcome to our #208 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we highlight the new UN Report “The Gender Snapshot 2023” which warns that if current trends continue, over 340m women and girls – an estimated 8% of the world’s female population – will live in extreme poverty by 2030, and close to one in four will experience moderate or severe food insecurity.An additional $360m of investment per year is required to achieve gender equality and women’s empowerment by 2030.***And...2023-10-1500 min
The PurseNew report (UK): female-founded AI startups account for under 3% of VC fundingWelcome to our #207 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we highlight the new report published by The Alan Turing Institute which states that female-founded AI startups account for under 3% of VC funding in the UK.A key issue in the industry is the fact that VC firms continue to be dominated by men who prefer to invest in founders ‘who look and sound like them’.Only 5% of VC firms that participated in funding deals have...2023-10-0801 min
The PurseReport: the gender pay gap costs US women $1.6 trillion per year. And how do you negotiate more money…? Listen to our podcast with Kathleen Burns KingsburyWelcome to our #205 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we highlight a report by the National Partnership for Women & Families in the US. The new data analysis confirms a startling result: the gender pay gap costs women $1.6 trillion per year (US). There are a few reasons for this. But crucially, women must keep tabs on the going rate for their role and actively seek to increase their income every two years.Don’t...2023-10-0101 min
The PurseThe GDP measure: why we need to move beyond it. And listen to the podcast interview with Anam Parvez Butt, Head of Research for Oxfam GBWelcome to our #203 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we spotlight a short extract from The Purse Podcast interview with Anam Parvez Butt, a Pakistani feminist economist who currently works as the Head of Research at Oxfam GB.We talk about the GDP (gross domestic product) measure, why it is problematic and how we should move beyond it.Listen to the full interview here.And you can review the news in brief...2023-09-1700 min
The PurseJude: female-founded startup raises $4.24m from female and impact investorsWelcome to our #202 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on UK-based bladder health startup founded by Peony Li which has raised $4.24m from female and impact investors.Peony founded this startup based on her personal experience of chronic bladder infections from a young age-which were frequently ignored by the healthcare system.We know that women’s health suffers from chronic underfunding and a lack of research. And here again we see a...2023-09-1001 min
The PurseGender pension gap: women to take home half of weekly income by 2045 (compared to men). And listen to the podcast with Jana HlistovaWelcome to our #201 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we cover the gender pension gap and a recent report which forecasts that women’s weekly income will be half of their male peers, by 2045.The gender pension gap in private pensions is currently estimated at 35%, according to the Department of Work and Pensions.It’s never been more critical for women to engage and take ownership of their financial future.And The Purse...2023-09-0301 min
The Purse Podcast#100: Women, money and investing with Jana HlistovaJana Hlistova is the Founder of The Purse and The Purse Podcast. Jana's focus is on women-centred innovation and closing the gender investing gap.
She stands for women's financial empowerment, gender lens investing, women investing in women, entrepreneurship, technology and social impact.
Her personal mission is to level the playing field for women. She believes that women, women founders and women investors are reshaping the future of business and innovation.
Jana has 18years+ experience in senior business development and commercial management in tech, digital, media and professional services.
She has a...2023-08-3121 min
The PurseFemale angel investors and how can more women invest? Listen to the podcast interview with Maya GhosnWelcome to our #200 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, a spotlight a short extract from the interview with Maya Ghosn on The Purse Podcast. Maya is a Lebanese/Brazilian investor and advisor to purpose-driven organisations with a focus on mental health and sexual health.We talk about (including) female angel investors, Maya's investment thesis, how Maya invests in startups, how to level the playing field for female founders and how do we encourage more wo...2023-08-2701 min
The PurseWomen’s football: closing the World Cup gender pay gap and why investors are finally paying attentionWelcome to our #198 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on women’s football, closing the World Cup gender pay gap and why investors are finally paying attention.Good luck to the Lionesses (England women’s national football team) playing in the Women’s World Cup final today!***And you can review the news in brief so you stay on top of global financial, economic and investing trends.I hope you e...2023-08-2000 min
The PurseThe BoE, rising interest rates and is inflation under control?Welcome to our #196 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we highlight the interview with the independent UK economist Shaun Richards who rejoins us on The Purse Podcast.We talk about the Bank of England (BoE) and how credible are they, having increased interest rates 14 times in a row? We also talk about inflation, the cost of living crisis, CBDCs, the energy debate and what can we be optimistic about in the UK economy?Listen...2023-08-1300 min
The PurseWomen: 65% of weekly working hours is ignored in official data (but change is afoot)Welcome to our #195 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on Oxfam’s recent research which says that almost two-thirds of women’s working hours each week are unpaid and ‘ignored’ by official statistics measuring economic activity. The good news is that Oxfam has added its voice to calls to move ‘beyond GDP (gross domestic product)’ so that it better reflects the ‘reality and the needs of the society we live in today’.And the Office of Na...2023-08-0600 min
The PurseReport: improving diversity in UK venture capital firms. And listen to the podcast interview with Founding Partner of Sie Ventures, Triin LinamagiWelcome to our #194 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we spotlight the research published by the British Business Bank on how to improve diversity in the UK venture capital industry.In 2022, female founders received just 2% of venture capital funding.And don’t forget to listen to The Purse Podcast interview with Triin Linamagi, Founding Partner of Sie Ventures. We talk about female founders, raising capital, female investors and how gender lens investing can become m...2023-07-3000 min
The PurseVerve raises $3m to launch ethical investing app aimed at women investors. And listen to the podcast interview with Bernadette Joy.Welcome to our #193 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on Verve and their recent $3m fund raise which they will use to launch an ethical investing app aimed at women investors.And don’t forget to listen to The Purse Podcast interview with money coach Bernadette Joy, who built her first $1m of net worth in her 30s as a first generation Filipina-American, the eighth of her father's nine children.***And you...2023-07-2300 min
The PurseUK housing market: prices to drop further (but likely to avoid a crash)Welcome to our #192 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on the UK housing market and why prices have only fallen 4% so far. Lower demand should be driving down home prices. So what is going on?***And you can review the news in brief so you stay on top of global financial, economic and investing trends.I hope you enjoy this week’s newsletter.Until next week,2023-07-1600 min
The PurseUK inflation: why is it so ‘sticky’? And listen to the podcast interview with economist Vicky PryceWelcome to our #191 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we highlight a short extract from The Purse Podcast interview with UK economist Vicky Pryce.We talk about why UK inflation continues to be so high, the impact Brexit has had on UK inflation, the cost of living crisis, wealth inequality and what’s ahead for rest of 2023 and 2024.Listen to the full podcast interview here.And you can review the news in brief...2023-07-0900 min
The PurseInvesting in women of colour: Fearless Fund receives multi-million dollar follow-on investmentWelcome to our #189 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on Fearless Fund’s multi-million dollar follow-on investment from Bank of America, Costco and Mastercard.In an ecosystem which chronically underestimates and underfunds women and women of colour in particular, the Fearless Fund is making significant strides to redress the balance.***And you can review the news in brief so you stay on top of global financial, economic and investing trends.2023-07-0200 min
The PurseBlackRock files for a spot bitcoin ETFWelcome to our #186 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on BlackRock’s filing for a spot bitcoin ETF in the US. It has been 10 years since the first filing for a spot bitcoin ETF.However, investors are weighing up the latest development in the crypto industry’s battle with the SEC (U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission) regarding regulation and guidance.***And you can review the news in brief so you sta...2023-06-1800 min
The PurseInvesting in Women Code: closing the funding gap for female foundersWelcome to our #185 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we highlight the third annual Investing in Women Code report published by the UK government. Over 200 organisations have signed up to the code, and 35% of all venture capital deals made by Investing in Women Code signatories were in female-founded companies last year, compared to the market average of 27%.Don’t forget to listen to The Purse Podcast interview with Holly Morphew about how women can beco...2023-06-1201 min
The PurseGender bias in economics and how this impacts women to this day. Listen to the podcast interview with feminist economist, Julie NelsonWelcome to our #183 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we highlight a short extract from The Purse Podcast interview with feminist economist Julie A. Nelson.We talk about Julie’s research which proves that women are not more risk-averse than men, gender bias in economics, the impact on women and why economics is about ‘humans’.Listen to the full podcast interview here.And you can review the news in brief so you stay on...2023-06-0400 min
The PurseWomen: 87% choose cash accounts over investmentsWelcome to our #181 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we spotlight a study by investment service Wealthify which highlights how women think about their money and investing.And don’t forget to listen to The Purse Podcast interview with Angela Atherton, who rejoins us to provide an update on gender lens investing since we last spoke at the end of December 2021. Angela Atherton (CFA, FRM) is the Co-founder and Principal of Parallelle Finance.***You...2023-05-2800 min
The PurseClue’s community fundraise is dominated by female investorsWelcome to our #179 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on Clue, the female-founded, female-led, period tracker and reproductive health companion and their community fundraise.Although the crowdfunding campaign is now closed, by 3 May Clue had set a new record for female investor participation and 86% of its investors were female.***You can review the news in brief so you stay on top of global financial, economic and investing trends.I ho...2023-05-1400 min
The PurseWomen and wealth: rewriting the history of economic thought. Listen to the podcast interview with feminist economist, Edith Kuiper.Welcome to our #175 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we highlight a short extract from The Purse Podcast interview with feminist economist, Edith Kuiper.We talk about why we need to make women visible in economics and therefore the need to rewrite the history of economic thought.This is such a special and important interview which highlights Edith Kuiper’s vital work and contribution, based on her extensive research and her recent book called...2023-04-3000 min
The PurseIs ethereum a commodity or a security?Welcome to our #173 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) hearing Tuesday and consider whether ethereum (ETH) is a commodity or a security. The US market is growing more frustrated with the SEC’s lack of regulation clarity which means the crypto industry is starting to look to the EU and the UK. And the UK could become the new ‘hub for Web3 innovation’.***And you...2023-04-2300 min
The PurseMike Novogratz: US headed for a credit crisis and the bitcoin business case is getting strongerWelcome to our #172 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we highlight crypto billionaire bull Mike Novogratz’s interview where he said that the US is headed for a credit crisis, a substantial economic slowdown (but) which will only make the bitcoin business case even stronger.Don’t forget to listen to The Purse Podcast interview with Tracy Lewis, who is a global brand CEO, Chair, NED, investor, advisor, mentor, and award winning entrepreneur. We talk ab...2023-04-1601 min
The PurseUK employers need to recruit and retain senior women to close the gender pay gapWelcome to our #170 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on the Financial Times analysis which shows that 80% of UK employers pay men more than women. The data also tells us that the gender pay gap was higher than the figures collected last year and over the last six years.In the main, the figures reflect the under-representation of women in senior roles. However we know that retaining women is often a strugg...2023-04-0901 min
The PurseThe Monarch Collective raises $100m to invest in global women’s sportsWelcome to our #168 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we spotlight a new venture capital fund, the Monarch Collective with a mission to ‘accelerate equity in global sport’. Venture capitalists Kara Nortman and Jasmine Robinson have successfully raised $100m to invest in global women’s sports. Read about why women’s sports is a good investment opportunity.***And you can review the news in brief so you stay on top of global...2023-04-0200 min
The PurseUK inflation at 10.4%: Bank of England hikes base rate amid global banking instabilityWelcome to our #166 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on UK inflation accelerating to ‘dangerously high levels’ at 10.4% in February. UK’s inflation is higher than in all G7 countries.On Thursday, the Bank of England hiked interest rates for the 11th consecutive time since November 2021 by 25 basis points.Despite the global banking instability, the BoE is focused on taming inflation.And don’t forget to listen to The Purse Podcast...2023-03-2601 min
The PurseSVB, US banking crisis: what does this mean for the economy and investors?Welcome to our #165 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on the US banking crisis and what this means for the economy, the markets and investors.***And you can review the news in brief so you stay on top of global financial, economic and investing trends.I hope you enjoy this week’s newsletter.Until next week,JanaSVB, US banking crisis: what does this mea...2023-03-1900 min
The PurseReport: women feel less positive about their finances. And listen to the podcast with Vicky Pryce and Victoria Ross about closing the gender wealth gapWelcome to our #161 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we highlight a report by Fidelity International about women feeling less positive about their finances than men, compared to last year.There are many reasons for this including the cost of living crisis, the gender pay gap and gender bias in the workplace.Listen to The Purse Podcast on closing the gender wealth gap and how to manage your money, with economist and author Vicky...2023-03-0500 min
The PurseGlobal markets are rattled: US inflation is ‘sticky’Welcome to our #159 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on the global markets and why they are ‘rattled’ by the recent US inflation data. Investors are suddenly feeling anxious, as the Fed is likely to continue raising interest rates in 2023, and perhaps more than they had anticipated.You can review the news in brief so you stay on top of global financial, economic and investing trends.I hope you enjoy this week’s new...2023-02-2600 min
The PurseWomen’s health is underinvested, but change is afoot. And listen to the podcast interview with Abby Davisson about money and loveWelcome to our #157 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we highlight that investors are beginning to recognise the opportunity in women’s health and female investors are a driving force.And don’t forget to listen to the podcast interview with Abby Davisson, who is a social innovation leader, a career development expert and a co-author of the book: ‘Money and Love: an intelligent roadmap to making life’s biggest decisions’.Listen to the full intervi...2023-02-1900 min
The Purse5 sustainable investing trends for investors in 2023. And listen to the podcast interview with Alix Lebec.Welcome to our #155 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on a report by Morgan Stanley which highlights the top 5 sustainability investing trends for 2023.And don’t forget to listen to The Purse Podcast interview with Alix Lebec, who is the founder and CEO of Lebec Consulting, a women-owned and led company working across philanthropy, impact investing, and ESG.***And you can review the news in brief so you stay on top o...2023-02-1200 min
The PurseGender lens investing : why is transparency around gender data the key to gender equality at work? And listen to the podcast interview with Diana van MaasdijkWelcome to our #153 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we spotlight our interview with Diana van Maasdijk, the Co-Founder & CEO of Equileap, an ESG data provider specialised in gender data.We talk about gender data, gender equality in the workplace and how to invest with a gender lens.Listen to the full interview here.***And you can review the news in brief so you stay on top of global financ...2023-02-0500 min
The PurseTrust Fund: Sophia Amoruso launches a new VC firmWelcome to our #151 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on the recent launch of Sophia Amoruso’s $5m+ venture capital (VC) firm called Trust Fund (US). She is the founder of Nasty Gal and Girlboss in the US.Crucially, Sophia is also raising in public which means that anyone can apply but has to be an accredited investor (legal partner). Recently, Trust Fund has increased the size of the community fund beyond $...2023-01-2900 min
The PurseInvesting in 'The Female Factor': the launch of Women CEO ETF. And listen to the podcast interview with Patricia LizarragaWelcome to our #149 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we spotlight our interview with Patricia Lizarraga who is the Managing Partner of Hypatia Capital, an asset manager focused on investing in women in leadership.We talk about the launch of Hypatia’s Women CEO ETF in the US (NYSE: WCEO).Listen to the full interview on The Purse Podcast here.And don’t forget to can review the news in brief so you sta...2023-01-2200 min
The Purse‘Longevity literacy’: women have a more accurate understanding of longevity than menWelcome to our #147 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on the annual report published by the Personal Finance (P-Fin) Index (US), which found that 53% of American adults do not know how long people live in retirement, even though women tend to have a better idea than men.‘Longevity literacy’ tends to have a high impact on people’s retirement planning and therefore how much money they have to retire on.And don’t forget...2023-01-1501 min
The PurseThe UK recession will be almost as deep as Russia, but are economic prospects in 2023 better than we think?Welcome to our #145 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseHappy New Year! And it’s good to be back.In this week’s newsletter, we focus on the economic projections for the UK in 2023 and why the UK has been forecast to lag significantly behind other developed nations. But economists expect to see growth in 2024.And don’t forget to listen to the interview with Tatum Getty on The Purse Podcast. Tatum is the Co-founder of THENA Capital, a new UK M...2023-01-0801 min
The PurseThe best women-run (US) companies to own in 2023. And listen to the podcast interview with female investor, Barbara ClarkeWelcome to our #144 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we highlight the best women-run (US) companies to own according to Morningstar. Few public companies are led by female CEOs, but in many cases they outperform.Don’t forget to listen to The Purse Podcast with Barbara Clarke. Barbara is the Co-Founder of The Impact Seat LLC and Chair of the Board of The Impact Seat Foundation. As one of the top U.S. individua...2022-12-1801 min
The PurseReport: women face more obstacles in saving for retirement. And listen to the podcast with Julie Castro Ahrams on how women invest in venture.Welcome to our #143 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we highlight the research report by Goldman Sachs (US) which centres on women and their retirement.One of their key findings is that women are more likely, at 50%, to say they are behind on their retirement saving, compared to 35% of men.We explain why women’s retirement savings fall short and what women can do about it. It’s never too late to start engaging w...2022-12-1100 min
The PurseGender lens investing: Euronext launches indices to invest in companies with strong gender equality performanceWelcome to our #142 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we highlight Euronext’s launch of eurozone and France equity indices targeting gender equality as ‘first pillars’ addressing gender balance in the workplace.The new index family comes in response to increased investor demand for socially-conscious investments.Gender lens investing is a strategy that seeks to achieve a market rate of return, by investing in businesses that demonstrate the promotion of gender equality opportunities for women as...2022-12-0400 min
The PurseBuilding business for profit and impact. Listen to the podcast interview with Anna Sofat, the voice of women's wealth.Welcome to our #141 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we spotlight our interview with Anna Sofat who rejoins us on The Purse Podcast. We highlight Anna’s intention behind building Addidi, her financial services boutique for women and why profit and impact should, in fact go hand in hand.Listen to the full interview here.***And you can review the news in brief so you stay on top of global f...2022-11-2700 min
The PurseThe problem with UK growth: what does this mean for investors? And listen to our podcast with Vicky PryceWelcome to our #139 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we spotlight why the UK has a growth problem and what this means for the investor.Vicky Pryce joins us again on The Purse Podcast to talk about gilts (UK bond market), how volatile are they, are they still a good investment and UK growth.Listen to the full interview here.***And you can review the news in brief so you st...2022-11-1300 min
The PurseWomen: how to protect and grow your money during the cost of living crisis. Listen to the podcast interview with Victoria Ross, Chartered Financial PlannerWelcome to our #138 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we spotlight our interview with Victoria Ross from Progeny Wealth, who is a Chartered Financial Planner. We talk about how women can protect and grow their money during the cost of living crisis.We highlight Victoria’s response to why women are more worried (than men) about their finances at this time and what women can do to look after their money today and for the...2022-11-0600 min
The PurseSurvey: 1 in 10 women invested in crypto as their first investment (ever)Welcome to our #137 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we spotlight BlockFi’s Women x Crypto survey data (US) which indicates that 1 in 10 women invested in crypto as their first investment. And 20% of Gen Z women see bitcoin as the best long term investment compared to every other potential asset class. Whilst only 10% of Gen X women think the same.The majority of female crypto owners (69%) said they hold crypto and remain hold-only. ...2022-10-3000 min
The PurseAmboy Street Ventures invests in leading virtual abortion provider, Hey JaneWelcome to our #136 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we highlight Amboy Street Ventures’ investment in Hey Jane, which prescribes abortion medication to patients online, delivers the medication to the home, and provides follow-up care and community.This oversubscribed investment round of $6.1m is believed to be a turning point for abortion access innovation.***And you can review the news in brief so you stay on top of global financial, economic and inve...2022-10-2300 min
The PurseStudy: annual mortgage bills to rise by £5,100 for 5m UK householdsWelcome to our #135 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we highlight a recent study by the Resolution Foundation which indicates that more than 5m UK households will see their annual mortgage payments increase by an average of £5,100 by the end of 2024.And don’t forget to listen to The Purse Podcast interview with Sally Mueller who is the Co-founder and CEO of Womaness. We talk about the menopause, why it’s still a taboo topic, what it’s l...2022-10-1600 min
The PurseUK bond market: BoE says its £65bn gilt intervention prevented a UK financial crisis. And listen to the podcast with Shaun Richards talk about the UK bond marketWelcome to our #134 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on the UK bond or gilts market and understanding why the Bank of England (BoE) had to intervene last week by committing to buying £65bn of long-term government debt over a 13 day period.And don’t forget to listen to The Purse Podcast interview with Shaun Richards where he talks about the UK gilts market, why the BoE had to intervene, can they stop bond-buyi...2022-10-0900 min
The PurseWomen are most likely to be worried about money right nowWelcome to our #133 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on research which indicates that women are most likely to be worried about their money right now. The cost of living crisis is a concern for most, but women are more likely to seek financial support from family and friends and are concerned about not having enough money to retire on. Don’t forget to listen to The Purse Podcast intervie...2022-10-0201 min
The PurseReport: UK female angel investors help drive £2bn+ investment. And why we need more female angel investorsWelcome to our #132 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we highlight the new Women Angels Insights report from the UK Business Angels Association (UKBAA) and Beauhurst.Over 5000+ female angel investors have invested in 1000+ female founded startups in the last 10 years, generating over £2bn of investment. Although we celebrate this, women are still in the minority as angel investors and more needs to be done.Listen again to our interviews with female angel investors Jordan...2022-09-2500 min
The PurseRay Dalio: rising interest rates and its impact on US equities and the economyWelcome to our #131 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we highlight Ray Dalio’s Linkedin post where he calculates that the US Federal Reserve will have to raise interest rates to at least 4.5% in order to get inflation under control. This will have an impact on equities and the economy.Meanwhile economists believe that Europe and the UK will tip into a recession in Q4 of this year. The Bank of England (BoE) is expected to annou...2022-09-1801 min
The PurseThe XX edge: women as decision makers and investors. Listen to our podcast interview with Patience Marime-Ball and Ruth Shaber MD about why women drive outperformance.Welcome to our #130 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we spotlight our interview with Patience Marime-Ball and Ruth Shaber MD.We talk about their new book: The XX Edge: Unlocking higher returns and lower risk; why women need to take centre stage in financial decision making and investing, how women invest and how this leads to better performance.Listen to the full interview on The Purse Podcast here.And you can review...2022-09-1100 min
The PurseAn uncertain market: how should you be thinking about investing at this time? And listen to our podcast interview with Rebecca Chesworth, Senior Equities StrategistWelcome to our #129 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we spotlight our interview with Rebecca Chesworth who is the Senior Equities Strategist at State Street Global Advisors. We talk about the uncertain market, the outlook for the rest of 2022 and for 2023 and what actions European investors are taking.We highlight Rebecca’s response (in this newletter) to our question about how you should be thinking about investing at this time?Listen...2022-08-2101 min
The PurseWomen: why invest in crypto and how to derisk your investmentWelcome to our #128 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on why women should invest in crypto, starting with bitcoin and how to derisk their investment.I published the original opinion piece back in October of last year just before the crypto market peaked in November. Since then, the change in the macro environment has meant that the crypto market has plummeted.Sure, cryptocurrencies are a new asset class. They are volatile. And ye...2022-08-1401 min
The PurseInterest rates are rising: what can you do?Welcome to our #127 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on rising interest rates and what this means for your money. We know that women have been adversely affected by the pandemic, so what can they do to ensure they are outpacing the surge in inflation and protecting, if not growing, their net worth?***And you can review the news in brief so you stay on top of global financial, econom...2022-08-0700 min
The PurseCoalition fund and network: women as operators and investors. And listen to the podcast interview with Gillian Fleming about how women can start angel investing.Welcome to our #126 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on a new women-led fund and network called Coalition which is designed to increase diversity on cap tables and help founders access the best talent in tech.Don’t forget to listen to The Purse Podcast interview with Gillian Fleming who is Founding Director and CEO of Mint Ventures, an angel group focused on investing in women led and diverse teams with a social, ethical...2022-07-3100 min
The PurseWhy being in a couple can leave you with less savings (and what you can do about it)Welcome to our #125 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on research about why women who are married or in a couple tend to save less than men (and also women and men who are single).We’ve created a brief list of things you can do today to change that. And don’t forget, you can (re) listen to The Purse Podcast interview with Heather McGregor and Barbara Huson where we talk about...2022-07-2400 min
The PurseReport: female-led high-growth businesses and ownershipWelcome to our #123 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we highlight a report by J.P. Morgan Private Bank about female-led high-growth businesses. Whilst female-powered businesses have attracted a record £5.05bn in equity investment (2021), the data shows that female founders give up a larger percentage of their ownership than male founders.However, we know that women need stronger networks made up of operators and expert advisers plus they continue to experience more push back (t...2022-07-1000 min
The PurseMaternity leave: more women are taking out loans to cover costsWelcome to our #121 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on a study about more women taking out loans to cover maternity leave (plus 23% of women are convinced they will never return to the financial position they were in prior to giving birth).This comes as the cost of living crisis in the UK continues: inflation is expected to reach 11%+ in Q4 of this year.***And you can review the news i...2022-06-2600 min
The PurseThe state of the UK & global economy. And inflation is rising but are wages? Listen to our podcast interview with economist, Vicky PryceWelcome to our #120 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we spotlight our interview with Vicky Pryce, who is Chief Economic Adviser and a board member at the Centre for Economics and Business Research (CEBR) in the UK.We talk to Vicky about the UK & global economy, the surge in inflation, wages, the risk of stagflation and whether we are headed for a recession.Listen to the full interview here.There is no que...2022-06-1900 min
The PurseWomen’s financial inclusion and why it matters. Listen to our podcast interview with Mary Ellen Iskenderian, President & CEO of Women's World BankingWelcome to our #119 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we spotlight our podcast interview with Mary Ellen Iskenderian, who is President and CEO of Women's World Banking, a global non-profit devoted to giving more low-income women access to financial tools and resources they need for both security and prosperity. Because we cover so many important topics about women’s wealth, financial inclusion and how financial services can serve the female customer better, we have published a short...2022-06-1200 min
The Purse'Big Short' investor Michael Burry warns of looming consumer recession (US). And will rising interest rates slow inflation?Welcome to our #118 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on investor Michael Burry’s warning that a consumer recession in the US is looming. And will the recent rate hikes slow the rate of inflation?***And you can review the news in brief so you stay on top of global financial, economic and investing trends.I hope you enjoy this week’s newsletter.Until next week,2022-06-0500 min
The PurseStartup investors warn of 'dark times ahead'. And listen to our podcast interview with Sara Zulkosky from Recast CapitalWelcome to our #117 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on prominent startup investors such as Sequoia Capital, Y Combinator and Lux Capital warning early stage companies of ‘dark times ahead’.Global stock markets have plunged since November (2021) as the economic environment becomes more difficult. Surging inflation and rising interest rates is slowing growth and many expect a global recession.***You can review the news in brief so you stay on top of...2022-05-2901 min
The PurseThe care economy: a 'massive' opportunity valued at $648bn (and growing)Welcome to our #116 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on the ‘care economy’ valued at $648bn which is bigger than the US $510bn pharmaceutical industry.Magnify Ventures, run by two female VCs, have recently closed a $52m fund aimed specifically at this ‘massive opportunity’.***And you can review the news in brief so you stay on top of global financial, economic and investing trends.I hope you enjoy this wee...2022-05-2200 min
The PurseThe gender lens scorecard: what is it and how can investors apply it? And listen to our podcast with Marypat Smucker talk about the gender lens scorecardWelcome to our #115 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on gender lens investing and the gender lens scorecard, a tool for appraising investment funds and portfolios.We interviewed Marypat Smucker, who is Co-Founder and Principal at Parallelle Finance, a gender lens investment research firm founded in 2019. And we share highlights from The Purse Podcast interview.There are many data points around the persistent gender gaps in companies, sectors and in the global...2022-05-1501 min
The PurseRecession: what can investors do to protect their money?Welcome to our #114 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on what investors can do to protect their money before a recession starts. The warning signs that a recession is likely are here including surging inflation, rising interest rates, the war in Ukraine and slowing economic growth.***You can review the news in brief so you stay on top of global financial, economic and investing trends.I hope you en...2022-05-0800 min
The Purse45% of women ‘feel financially independent’, according to survey. And listen to our podcast with Dr Louann Brizendine about the menopause and how the female brain gets stronger 50 years+Welcome to our #113 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on a recent survey by Fidelity International which highlights that only 45% of women ‘feel financially independent’.We know that a woman’s life trajectory is different to a man’s but women are exposed to far more financial risk which makes them vulnerable to financial shock.Staying engaged around finances and investing for the long-term is crucial for women.***You can revi...2022-05-0100 min
The PurseSurvey: 42% of women started investing during the pandemic. And listen to our podcast with Jill Pay talk about female entrepreneurship and The Gender IndexWelcome to our #112 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on recent surveys by etoro and Fidelity Investments which highlight that more women have started investing since the pandemic.***You can review the news in brief so you stay on top of global financial, economic and investing trends.And don’t forget to listen to The Purse Podcast interview with Jill Pay who leads The Gender Index, the largest ever study in...2022-04-2400 min
The PurseEuropean VC: a look at female founder data in Q1 2022. And listen to our podcast with Kisha Mays about how to generate a $1m+ revenue startupWelcome to our #111 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on European VC and female founder data for Q1 2022. The numbers indicate a fall in capital invested in female (co-)founders which seems to correlate to a deteroriating economic environment.***You can review the news in brief so you stay on top of global financial, economic and investing trends.And don’t forget to listen to The Purse Podcast interview with Kis...2022-04-1700 min
The PurseEther is ‘massively undervalued’ and Bitcoin heading to $100,000, according to BloombergWelcome to our #110 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on bitcoin and ether. In a note written by Bloomberg analysts, ether is ‘massively undervalued’ and bitcoin is heading to $100,000. They claim that the ‘war is enhancing bitcoin's value as a global digital-reserve asset, while ethereum evolves into the collateral of the internet.’***You can review the news in brief so you stay on top of global financial, economic and investing tren...2022-04-1000 min
The PurseChief: female-led startup raises $100m in Series B investment and achieves unicorn status. And listen to our podcast with Jordan Dargue about angel investing in the north of EnglandWelcome to our #109 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on female-founded startup called Chief which has raised $100m in Series B investment, and achieves unicorn status.12,000 female leaders are registered on the platform and an estimated 60,000 women are on the waiting list.***You can review the news in brief so you stay on top of global financial, economic and investing trends.And don’t forget to listen to The P...2022-04-0300 min
The PurseThe cost of living is going up: how can you protect your money? And listen to our podcast with emerging fund manager Anna Raptis who invests in Latin AmericaWelcome to our #108 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on the rising cost of living and the steps you can take to protect your money.April could be the toughest month for UK household budgets. It’s important to understand how your income will be affected and plan what you can do.Check out the Spring Statement calculator created by The Guardian to work out how your income will change.***2022-03-2700 min
The PurseHow to invest responsibly and (re) listen to the podcast interview with Merryn Somerset Webb about how share owners can reclaim their powerWelcome to our #107 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on how you can invest responsibly. We know the vast majority of women want to invest in ESG, so how do you ensure your ESG goals align with your investments?The good news is, this is a fairly straight forward process.Don’t forget to (re) listen to The Purse Podcast interview with Merryn Somerset Webb: we talk about what share ow...2022-03-2000 min
The PurseUK investors aim to increase the number of female fund managers to 20% by 2026. And listen to our podcast with Sharon Vosmek about investing in black female foundersWelcome to our #106 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on the launch of the Future Female Fund Managers Programme by the Diversity Project.Some of the biggest institutional investors have joined a plan to double the number of female fund managers to 20% (of the total) by 2026.***You can review the news in brief so you stay on top of global financial, economic and investing trends.And don’t forget...2022-03-1300 min
The PurseSerena Ventures raises $111m for their inaugural fund. And listen to our podcast with Ella Chase Hyland about female inheritors and their relationship to moneyWelcome to our #105 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaJoin us for our online event. We hope to see you Tuesday, 8 March at 630pm (GMT).From The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on Serena Ventures raising $111m for its inaugural fund. Led by founding general partners, Serena Williams, the tennis champion and investor and Alison Rapaport Stillman, the team is mostly women who come from diverse backgrounds and lived experience.76% of their investments are in solo female founders and/or...2022-03-0601 min
The PurseRussia’s invasion of Ukraine: how will this affect the global economy? And what does this mean for for your money?Welcome to our #104 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaJoin us for the first live online event. We’d love to see you there! Click here to register for the event. From The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we consider Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the impact on the global economy and what this means for your money.Russia’s invasion of Ukraine signifies substantial risks for a global economy which is still reeling from the pandemic shock.You can...2022-02-2700 min
The PurseHow can share owners reclaim their power? And listen to our podcast with Merryn Somerset Webb talk about share power, the fund industry and stakeholder capitalismWelcome to our #103 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on how share owners can reclaim their power in a world where most of our money is invested in fund managers such as BlackRock or State Street, who we have delegated our voting rights to.But why aren’t these fund managers asking us what we think about key issues such as diversity on boards or climate change? And what can we as share...2022-02-2001 min
The Purse‘Super bubble’: legendary investor Jeremy Grantham warns of a market crash. And listen to our podcast with Marcia Dawood, investor in women and diverse teamsWelcome to our #102 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on legendary investor Jeremy Grantham and his warning that we are in ‘super bubble’ territory which occurs every 100 years. What are the warning signs and what can investors do?***You can review the news in brief so you stay on top of global financial, economic and investing trends.And don’t forget to listen to The Purse Podcast interview wi...2022-02-1301 min
The PurseInvesting in female founders of colour and listen to our podcast interview with Heather McGregor (aka Mrs Moneypenny)Welcome to our #101 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on investing in female founders of colour. On Monday, Project Entrepreneur, a UBS programme supported by Hello Alice, created to help close the equity gap that female founders of colour experience when obtaining access to capital, announced its winners. Female founders of colour receive less than 1% of venture capital (US).***You can review the news in brief so you st...2022-01-3001 min
The PurseEconomic uncertainty: why bitcoin and the Nasdaq index are closely correlated right nowWelcome to our #100 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on the current economic uncertainty and what this means for the price of bitcoin.The crypto market is usually uncorrelated to financial markets. So what is going on? Investors are selling their technology stocks and bitcoin.You can review the news in brief so you stay on top of global financial, economic and investing trends.And watch out for our interv...2022-01-2300 min
The PurseActivitist investors, women-led hedge funds and women launching their own VC funds. Listen to our podcast interview with Ann Badillo, investor in Portfolia (US)Welcome to our #99 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on activist investors leading hedge funds in pushing women on boards, women-led hedge funds and women setting up VC funds to address the female market.And don’t forget to listen to The Purse Podcast interview with Ann Badillo. We talk about Ann’s investing experience in Portfolia (US) which is a venture capital firm that is founded by women, for women. And you ca...2022-01-1600 min
The PurseGender lens equity investing: women in leadership and how to start investing. And listen to the podcast interview with Angela Atherton about gender lens investingWelcome to our #98 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseHappy New Year & it is good to be back!In this week’s newsletter, we focus on gender lens equity investing, women in leadership and how to start investing in a gender lens fund.A growing body of research demonstrates higher levels of women in leadership leads to outperformance and therefore better returns.Don’t forget to listen to the interview with Angela Atherton, Co-founder and Principal of Paral...2022-01-0900 min
The PurseBeyond The Billion: closing the gender venture funding gap and why female investors are key. And listen to our podcast with Shelly Porges, Co-founder & Managing PartnerWelcome to our #97 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on Beyond The Billion, a global consortium of venture capital (VC) funds and limited partner (LP) investors and their recent report, Our First Billion Global Impact Report, assessing the results of their two-year campaign.The campaign was a bold measure to inspire VCs to pledge to invest in female-founded companies.This report found that the consortium deployed 61% of their pledged amount in just t...2021-12-1901 min
The PurseCathie Wood’s Ark Invest slumps as investors sell high-growth tech stocks. Listen to our podcast with investor Fiona O'Donnell McCarthy talk about crypto and Web 3.0Welcome to our #96 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on Cathie Wood’s Ark Invest fund which has performed less well this year due to investors selling high-growth tech stocks.Global markets have been rattled by the new Covid variant Omicron, rising inflation and uncertainty regarding the tapering of bond purchases (aka reducing money printing) and the economic outlook.And don’t forget to listen to The Purse Podcast interview with Fiona O’Do...2021-12-1200 min
The PurseLaunch of female-led angel investment network in Scotland and listen to our podcast with Dr Kate Levinson about how women can build a healthy relationship with moneyWelcome to our #95 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we spolight a new female-led business angel group, called Mint Ventures based in Scotland.Angel investment continues to be dominated by men and in large part explains why women entrepreneurs struggle to raise funding for their startup.Don’t forget to listen to The Purse Podcast with Dr Kate Levinson, a PhD, Marriage & Family Therapist (MFT) and author. We talk about emotional currency and how wome...2021-12-0500 min
The PurseUK budget analysis: rising cost of living and a fall in income, what can women do to protect their money and grow their net worth. And listen to our podcast with Cathy Curtis (CFA)Welcome to our #94 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we highlight an analysis of the UK budget. Households in the UK will face years of stagnating living standards. What can women do to protect their money and grow their net worth?We talk to Cathy Curtis, a Certified Financial Planner (CFA) on The Purse Podcast about how women can take control of their finances.You can review the news in brief so you...2021-11-2800 min
The PurseHow Serena Williams invests for social impact via her venture capital firm and listen to our podcast with Christina (CJ) Juhasz about investing in womenWelcome to our #93 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we spotlight Serena Williams who is considered to be one of the greatest tennis players of all time. Serena launched her early-stage venture capital (VC) firm, Serena Ventures, in 2014 with the mission to champion diverse, creative founders who are changing the world with their ideas and products across a wide array of industries. Her mission-led investing approach is generating social impact by focusing on undere...2021-11-2101 min
The PurseGender lens (equity) investing is on the rise but what are some of the challenges?Welcome to our #92 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on gender lens (equity) investing: what is it and what are some of the challenges? Listen (again) to interviews with Jessica Espinoza and Rebecca Chesworth on The Purse Podcast about gender lens investing and ESG ETFs.You can review the news in brief so you stay on top of global financial, economic and investing trends.I hope you enjoy this week’s...2021-11-1400 min
The PurseNew report: more female founders are being funded and female investors are on the riseWelcome to our #91 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on a US report published by Pitchbook and supported by JP Morgan and Beyond the Billion on Women in VC. Whilst the pandemic disproportionately impacted female founders in 2020, female-founded companies have shattered the previous annual deal value record in just the first three quarters of 2021. And crucially, the number of US female investors is at a record high.You can review the news i...2021-11-0700 min
The PurseThe majority of British investors are looking outside the UK for their investments and listen to our podcast with Helene Guillaume about women's health and healthtechWelcome to our #90 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, we focus on a survey of more than 1000 UK investors, who are looking away from the UK for their investments and over 20% are not holding any UK stocks.The continued fallout from Brexit and Covid-19 has meant that UK investors are seeking higher returns overseas and also in alternative assets, such as cryptocurrencies.And don’t forget to listen to The Purse Podcast with Helene G...2021-10-3101 min
The PurseWomen: why NOT investing is riskyWelcome to our #89 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseIn this week’s newsletter, I write about why money printing is driving up money supply (M2) or the money in circulation and what this means for your money and future wealth. For women especially, there has never been a more important time to invest. Quite simply, to not invest is risky. Once you’re clear on the returns you need to make per year (minimum), choosing the assets to invest in will...2021-10-2400 min
The PurseWomen's pension is 50% less than men's, ETFs: women & the ESG investing boom and listen to our podcast with Donna Griffit about female founders & the power of storytellingWelcome to our #71 weekly newsletter.“For women taking control of their financial future”-Jana HlistovaFrom The PurseDear Female Investor,It’s great to have you in the community and thank you for being here.I’m trialling a different format this week and I’d love your feedback.My goal is to inspire you about money and investing within an awesome community of women. I will continue to evolve the content and format so it tunes with what women want and need when it comes t...2021-05-3000 min