Happy Holidays ??

Good morning ??

As the year drew to a close, we all took a small and wonderful break to recharge and prepare for an exciting year ahead. Before seeing you in the next year (??), we wanted to take a moment to thank you—our incredible community—for being part of this journey.

Our CEO wrote an open letter for our users and followers to review 2024 and understand what to focus on in 2025. Together, we’ve made significant strides in redefining private investing and breaking down barriers to wealth creation.

2024 was a year of growth, milestones, and impactful strides towards our mission of democratizing access to private markets. From groundbreaking investment opportunities to expanding our platform's reach, we've achieved so much together:

• ?? We’ve closed?six deals, including Perplexity, Anthropic, and SpaceX, with more than?700 investors.
• ?? Our?Wealt Club community?has grown stronger, with more than?700 investors?joining our mission to tackle wealth inequality.
• ? We introduced our?Wealt app?to make investing and wealth tracking more seamless and efficient, and it has a 5-star rating in the App Store.
• ?? We bring you the?Wealt Roundup?every Sunday to keep you informed about market trends, portfolio company updates, and exclusive investment insights.

Like you, we have our New Year's resolutions, and this year promises even more fantastic opportunities. In 2025, we're doubling our commitment to making alternative investments more accessible, affordable, and liquid than ever before. Expect exciting deals, enhanced platform features, and even more opportunities to grow wealth:

• ?? Indispensable for us, we’re partnering with top-tier GPs to bring you an even broader range of curated investment opportunities.
• ?? We’ll bring the Wealt app to Google Play and as a Web SaaS platform, including new features designed to make your investing experience effortless and impactful.
• ?? We’re committed to growing a thriving network of investors, shaping the future of private markets, and hosting networking opportunities.
• ?? We'll unveil a revamped website and brand image, offering a modern, professional experience that mirrors Wealt's commitment to innovation and trust.

Market updates

As the world wraps up the year with celebrations, the markets are also reflecting a festive mood:

• ?? Google reportedly uses Anthropic's Claude AI to enhance its Gemini AI capabilities, highlighting a collaborative approach to advancing AI technologies.
• ?? ChatGPT experienced a significant outage that disrupted access for many users, raising concerns about the platform's reliability during peak usage.
• ?? Elon Musk's xAI has secured billions in new funding, strengthening its position in the AI race and fueling its ambitious development plans.
• ?? xAI is testing a standalone iOS app for its Grok chatbot, aiming to provide users with a more direct and seamless AI experience.
• ?? Companies like CoreWeave and Klarna may lead IPOs in 2025, while giants like OpenAI and SpaceX are expected to delay their public offerings amid market uncertainty.
• ?? Turkey's central bank has lowered its main interest rate to 47% despite persistent inflation, signalling efforts to balance economic growth and price stability.
• ?? Honda and Nissan are set to announce integration talks, exploring potential collaboration to address rising competition and development costs in the electric vehicle market.
• ??? Oil markets are experiencing volatility amid global supply concerns, with geopolitical tensions and production adjustments driving price fluctuations.
• ?? Global investment funds are shifting towards defensive assets as economic uncertainties and central bank policies weigh on market sentiment.
• ?? European banks are preparing for stricter capital requirements under new regulatory frameworks, potentially impacting their lending capacities and profitability.

Here’s to an exciting 2025 ??

As we close the chapter on an incredible year, we're grateful for your continued trust and support. At Wealt, we aim to make alternative investments accessible, affordable, and liquid for everyone. The new year promises fresh opportunities, exciting deals, and innovations. Let’s step into 2025 together, stronger and more ambitious than ever.

Wishing you a year filled with growth, prosperity, and success—both personally and financially.

Happy New Year ??

Wealt Team ???