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The Springboks are in France to defend their Rugby World Cup title, but back home you might want tips on how to tackle a challenge of a different kind – sustainable investing. Take these winning tips from Natasha Narsingh, Chief Executive Officer of Sanlam Investments Active Manager. #Sanlam #Sanlaminvestments #SustainableInvesting #RugbyWorldCup #Springboks #StrongerTogether #RWC2023

Multi-club ownership percentage is growing not only in Europe. Most of the audience know City Football Group (dozen of clubs including Man City, Palermo, Troyes, Girona, New York City) and Red Bull football conglomerate owning clubs from Leipzig, Salzburg, New York and Brazil. But there are many more - and sometimes you get surprised with the level of clubs they invested. Here you see infographics showing the biggest percentage of multi-club ownership in Belgium and I remembered a story connected with it. In 2015 we were visiting Belgium to establish connection with best academies and offer some talents from Eastern Europe. But it ended up with several meetings with clubs owners and management who were interested to sell the clubs to international investors. Half of the teams were already owned by foreigners. The market was on fire - during one week we were hearing about five clubs on sale with one closed the deal by the end of our stay there. The options were different for any budget and concept of further development. Such a great interest was explained by the level of the league, softer restrictions for number of non-EU players and geography – Belgium is quite small and located in the heart of Europe which allows the scouts to come for a weekend and visit several matches. The interest in investing was and is still coming from around the world - funds from US and Europe, Arab, Asian and even African businessmen. Unfortunately, our connections were not ready to invest that moment so they regreted about it after 2 years as the prices had increased significantly. If we compare the prices from 2015 and today the difference reach 100+ percent. There are not many other areas you can gain such profit. So we should not be suprised that international money are heavily invested in European clubs sometimes even by people who has no idea about football - “nothing personal, it’s just business”. #ClubOwnership #MultiClubOwnership #EuropeanFootball #FootballBusiness

Are you watching the Six Nations? On 2 February, the latest instalment of the Six Nations kicked off, with France playing against Ireland in the opening match. As a financial planning firm with a keen interest in rugby, we are often struck by how the sport, and Six Nations, can reflect life. Read our latest blog, linked below, to find out more about the four key financial lessons you can learn from the Six Nations.

Are you watching the Six Nations? On 2 February, the latest instalment of the Six Nations kicked off, with France playing against Ireland in the opening match. As a financial planning firm with a keen interest in rugby, we are often struck by how the sport, and Six Nations, can reflect life. Read our latest blog, linked below, to find out more about the four key financial lessons you can learn from the Six Nations.

As Wales vs Scotland go head-to-head in the opening weekend of the Six Nations rugby tournament, our Welsh Head of Fund Selection, Kamal Warraich, assesses the chances of a young and inexperienced Welsh team as they face the Scots at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff. Kamal also muses the parallels between rugby and portfolio management and why Dan Carter the legendary All Black would make a good fund manager. https://ow.ly/WzPw50QxbT6 Investment involves risk, and you may not get back what you invest. It’s not suitable for everyone. #investing #sixnations

Navigating expectations: The rise and challenges of Ferencvaros under CEO Pál Orosz As Ferencvárosi Torna Club clinches its sixth consecutive title in Hungary, CEO Pál Orosz continues to push for European success while balancing fan expectations and financial realities. Dive into the dynamics at play within one of Hungary's most storied football clubs. 1: What is the historical significance of Ferencvaros in European football? Ferencvaros boasts a rich legacy in European football, highlighted by their victory in the Inter-Cities Fairs Cup in 1965 against Juventus Football Club in Turin. The club's deep roots in Hungarian football are intertwined with national triumphs such as the 1952 Olympic gold and notable matches against England. 2: How has Pál Orosz approached his role as CEO since 2011? Since assuming the role of CEO, Pál Orosz has focused on financial stabilization, branding, and increasing fan engagement. Despite initial financial turmoil, his efforts have rejuvenated the club, leading to increased revenue streams from commercial income and matchday sales, reflecting a stronger, market-oriented approach. 3: What challenges does Ferencvaros face in maintaining its dominance? The main challenges include managing high fan expectations and competing in a relatively weaker Hungarian league. The club is exploring innovative solutions such as forming a new league that involves teams from outside Hungary while retaining their domestic presence to elevate the level of competition. 4: How has Ferencvaros managed fan behavior and matchday experience? Under Pál Orosz's leadership, significant changes were made to enhance the matchday experience, including the implementation of a biometric ticketing system to curb disturbances caused by hardcore Ultras. This has led to a safer, more family-friendly environment, encouraging broader fan attendance and participation. #SportsBusiness #Football #SportsBiz #Finance #People #Data #Intelligence #Investment Learn more 👇

𝐀𝐅𝐂𝐎𝐍 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐬: 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐜𝐨 𝐃𝐫𝐚𝐰𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩 𝐁 The draw for the ACFON 2025 qualifiers consists of 48 African nations divided into 12 groups, each containing four teams.

📢 Are you looking for a professional football club as an investment opportunity? Several clubs in the Danish Superliga and NordicBet Liga / 1. division with attractive financial potential are looking for possible long-term investors to become majority or minority shareholders 📈⚽️🇩🇰 Feel free to contact me for further information 💡 #FootballClubs #Investment #OrganicGrowth #TransferValue #MultiClubOwnership #UEFA #FIFARSTP #DanishLaw #FootballLawyer

#LetsKickOff Kickoff Fund MCO: Investment Opportunities in the Football World In the 1990s, José Mourinho began his career at CF Estrela da Amadora SAD, taking on roles such as fitness coach and assistant manager. Today, after becoming a legend in the football world, #Mourinho continues his successful journey by joining Fenerbahçe SK in Turkey, further strengthening the ties between Portugal and the Turkish football market. Building on this historical and strategic connection, the Kickoff Fund MCO offers investors a unique opportunity to invest in Multi-Club Ownership (#MCO), a business model that has been showing consistent success in recent years. By engaging in this project, investors have the chance to benefit from growth and synergies in the football world, as well as from the advantages of the Portuguese Golden Visa. Come and join our exciting investment endeavor that unites the best of Portuguese and Turkish football. How do you think The Special One will do in Fenerbahçe? If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us on LinkedIn or at info@noblecapital.pt. #Turkey #Mourinho #Fenerbahçe #Portugal #MultiClubOwnership #football #MCO #KickOffFund #InvestmentFund #NobleCapital

Last night a 22 year old scored the winning goal in Portugal's Euro 2024 game against the Czech Republic, taking the baton from #Ronaldo who is in his sixth European Championship. This shows the importance of succession planning in all walks of life from football to inheritance tax! …Proper planning helps ensure that a significant portion of an individual’s estate can be passed on to their heirs rather than being consumed by taxes. Inheritance tax rates can be high, so effective planning can save a substantial amount of money. For business owners, succession planning is crucial to ensure smooth transition of ownership and operations without disrupting the business’s functionality or value.  Fail to plan, plan to fail. 👋 For an informal chat about how Sovereign Corporate & Trustee Services (SCATS) can help call 01244 901350 / ukcorporate@sovereigngroup.com, or message us directly. https://lnkd.in/eQ6k5des #successionplanning #ronaldo #tng #IHTplanning #taxplanning