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The Real Cause of Preferred Equity Shortfalls — And Quantum Growth Consultancy's Answer
Strategy

The Real Cause of Preferred Equity Shortfalls — And Quantum Growth Consultancy's Answer

Commercial real estate sponsors and institutional investors are increasingly facing a critical challenge: significant preferred equity shortfalls. As market dynamics shift and traditional lending tightens, the gap betwee…

Sponsored by Quantum Growth Consultancy·September 24, 2026
Kenyan entrepreneurs collaborating in a modern innovation hub, with holographic financial data projections symbolizing the influence of debt on startup growth.
Startups

Kenya's Innovation Ecosystem Fueled by Debt

In July 2026, African startups raised $224 million.

Marcus Havel·August 18, 2026
Startup founders collaborating and discussing diverse funding strategies beyond traditional venture capital, with growth charts and blueprints visible.
Funding

What Are Startup Funding Instruments Beyond Venture Capital?

The global alternative financing market is projected to surge to USD 45.

Marcus Havel·April 21, 2026
Diverse entrepreneurs analyzing a financial chart showcasing various alternative startup funding options beyond venture capital, illustrating growth and innovation.
Funding

What Are Alternative Startup Financing Options Beyond Venture Capital?

In 2020, global online alternative finance for businesses surged by 51% year-on-year to $53 billion, according to the jbs .

Marcus Havel·April 12, 2026
Business professionals shaking hands in a modern fintech office with financial data displayed on screens, representing a successful funding round for Pipe.
Funding

Pipe raises $16M equity; debt fuels financing growth

Pipe, a revenue-based financing platform, has quietly secured $16 million in a new funding round.

Marcus Havel·April 11, 2026