Published Apr 23, 2021

Altimeter's Brad Gerstner on taking Grab public in largest SPAC ever, fixing broken IPOs | E1203

Brad Gerstner of Altimeter Capital delves into the SPAC's revolutionary impact on traditional IPOs, shares insights on managing the seismic shifts in the retail investor landscape, and reveals how Grab is reshaping Southeast Asia's economy through strategic innovations in rideshare, delivery, and digital payment services.

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Altimeter's Brad Gerstner on taking Grab public in largest SPAC ever, fixing broken IPOs | E1203

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Real Estate Manipulation

Capitalism and Disenfranchisement

Gamifying Investor Education

Instant Commerce and the Future of Delivery

IPO Innovation

Democratizing Markets

Investing for All

Alternative Capital Markets

Retail Investors and Democratization

Board Decisions

Capitalism and Market Dynamics

Transforming Southeast Asia

The Zestimate Controversy

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SPAC Innovations

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SPAC InnovationsBrad Gerstner, from Altimeter Capital, critiques the traditional IPO process and advocates for SPACs as a more efficient alternative. He outlines Altimeter's strategic approach to SPACs, emphasizing quality and transparency to protect investors.

SPAC Innovations

Retail Market DynamicsThe rise of retail investors is transforming financial markets, presenting both opportunities and challenges. Brad Gerstner and Jason Calacanis explore the implications of this shift, emphasizing the need for democratization, transparency, and education in investing.

Retail Market Dynamics

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