EquitiesFirst Celebrates 20 Years of Pioneering Progressive Capital

HONG KONG, Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- EquitiesFirst, the global asset-backed financing company, today celebrated its 20^th anniversary as a pioneer of progressive capital. Founded in 2002 by Mr Al Christy Jr, the firm started out by helping save a third-generation, family-owned apple farm in Michigan, USA to secure its business and legacy. Since then, EquitiesFirst has gone from strength to strength with its innovative investment approach that transcends limitations of traditional financing. Today, EquitiesFirst has established itself as a specialist in equity-backed financing, operating globally to provide partners with efficient access to capital across all major financial markets.

To commemorate this outstanding milestone, EquitiesFirst recently unveiled its 20^th anniversary logo that encapsulates the firm's leadership and pioneering solutions that have helped its partners over the past two decades. The logo features the tagline "20 Years of Progressive Capital" to reinforce its unique business model, core values and consistent performance since inception.

EquitiesFirst added to its success story with two notable tie-ups last year. In May 2022, the company proudly partnered with renowned 14 Peaks mountaineer Nimsdai Purja MBE ("Nims") on his inspirational ascent to conquer Mount Everest. Nims successfully completed his trek to the top of the world and accentuated his feat by setting two new World Records along the way. The partnership came naturally as Nims' perspective that everything in life is possible with a determined approach and positive mindset closely aligns with EquitiesFirst's own purposeful business philosophy.

In addition, EquitiesFirst has collaborated with the Economist Impact to produce engaging podcasts that shed light on pressing issues that most concern investors. The five-episode series titled "Shelter from the Storm: Investing in the Era of Uncertainty" brings in wealth management experts who share their invaluable insights on mitigating financial risks and how investors can best position themselves to ride out the storm. The podcasts have been well received by global listeners, helping them to better manage and identify opportunities as the global economy faces severe headwinds.  

Looking ahead, EquitiesFirst is joining forces with business-to-business publisher Institutional Investor to conduct a 20^th anniversary research programme that will delve into the prevailing equity market strategies among financial institutions around the world. Set to launch in the first half of 2023, the landmark global report will involve quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews to capture the viewpoints of over 300 asset-owning institutions and asset managers on the industry's big picture. The study will revolve around the theme "Global Equity Markets: The Near-Term and Mid-Term Outlook Amid Inflation, Rising Rates, Global Conflict and Pandemic Recovery". The collaboration leverages on EquitiesFirst's thought leadership in financial innovation and Institutional Investor's extensive research capabilities.

Reflecting on the accomplishments of EquitiesFirst, Founder and Chief Executive Officer Mr Al Christy Jr said, "The past 20 years have been a testament to the professionalism and dedication of our team who have made a far-reaching impact on supporting partners the world over to attain their business and financing goals. After two decades in the business, we are enthused to continue with our ongoing growth and expand our global footprint further. We will draw on our success and double down on our commitment to delivering even more progressive and accessible liquidity solutions over the next 20 years and beyond."

About Equities First Holdings

Founded in 2002, EquitiesFirst is a global investor specialising in long-term asset-backed financing. EquitiesFirst's approach overcomes traditional limitations and redefines the financing experience through providing efficient access to capital for listed companies, entrepreneurs and investors against publicly traded securities. The total value of loans transacted is more than US$4.5 billion as of January 2023.

Headquartered in Indianapolis, USA, EquitiesFirst maintains an international footprint of twelve offices in eight countries, including the United States, United Kingdom, Spain, China, South Korea, Thailand, Singapore and Australia. EquitiesFirst is licensed and/or registered in all jurisdictions where required.

EquitiesFirst is the pioneer of Progressive Capital – a partnership approach to investment, rooted in respect, mutual interest and understanding. EquitiesFirst delivers liquidity solutions that are vital, transformative and move partners forward.

For more information, please visit www.equitiesfirst.com/.

Disclaimer

Equities First (London) Limited is authorised and regulated in the UK by the Financial Conduct Authority ("FCA"). This document (the "Document") does not constitute an offer or invitation to enter into a transaction with either Equities First (London) Limited or Equities First Holdings LLC (collectively "Equities First") and should not be relied on in connection with a decision to enter into such transaction. The Document does not constitute a recommendation regarding any such transaction. This Document is confidential and is being supplied to you solely for your information and may not be reproduced or distributed to any other person or published, in whole or in part, for any purpose. No reliance may be placed for any purpose whatsoever on the information contained in the Document or the completeness or accuracy of such information. The contents are based on sources believed to be reliable but no representation or warranty, express or implied, is given by or on behalf of Equities First's shareholders, directors, officers or employees or any other person as to the accuracy or completeness of the information or opinions contained in the Document, and no liability is accepted for any such information or opinions (including in the case of negligence, but excluding any liability for fraud). In the UK, this Document is only being distributed and made available to persons of the kind described in Article 19(5) (investment professionals) and Article 49(2) (high net worth companies, unincorporated associations etc.) of Part IV of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Financial Promotion) Order 2005 (''FPO'') and any investment activity to which this presentation relates is only available to, and will only be engaged in with, such persons. Persons who do not have professional experience in matters relating to investment or who are not persons to whom Article 49 of the FPO applies should not rely on this document. This document is only prepared for and available to persons who qualify as Professional Investors under the Markets in Financial Instruments Directive. The Document should not be distributed, published, reproduced or otherwise made available in whole or in part by recipients to any other person and, in particular, should not be distributed to persons in any country where such distribution may lead to a breach of any legal or regulatory requirement. Equities First (London) Limited provides introductory and referral services to Equities First Holdings, LLC. Both Equities First (London) Limited and Equities First Holdings, LLC are acting for their clients and no one else in relation to any proposed transaction and will not be responsible to anyone other than its clients for providing the protections afforded to customers of Equities First. Any other person should seek their own independent legal, investment and tax advice as they see fit. Equities First does not provide any advice on the transactions described herein, including without limitation, tax, legal or regulatory matters. 

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