Tag: North America

BusinessInnovationStartups

Ultra-Wealthy Families Shift Billions From Startups to Private Credit and Real Estate

Family offices managing over $215 billion are pivoting from high-risk venture investments toward private credit and real estate. According to new research, early-stage startup funding has dramatically declined as wealthy families prioritize liquidity and stable returns in uncertain markets.

Major Portfolio Shift Among Wealthiest Families

North America’s wealthiest families are quietly reallocating billions of dollars from early-stage startup investments toward private credit and real estate, according to the North America Family Office Report 2025. The comprehensive study, produced by Campden Wealth and RBC Wealth Management, reveals a significant strategic pivot toward stability and predictable returns amid market volatility.

by Darren Holt
BusinessEconomyTrade

Mattel Stock Drops Following Q3 Sales and Earnings Miss Amid Tariff Disruptions

Mattel shares declined after the company reported disappointing third-quarter results, with sales dropping 6% to $1.7 billion. The toymaker attributed the shortfall to retailers shifting order timing due to tariff uncertainty ahead of the holiday season.

Mattel Shares Slide After Quarterly Results Disappoint

Mattel Inc. shares reportedly slumped in after-hours trading after the toymaker announced it missed both sales and earnings targets for the third quarter, according to the company’s earnings release. The stock declined 5.3% following the announcement as investors reacted to the weaker-than-expected performance.

by Natalie Brooks