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Analyses, market notes and press updates published by CGPH Banque d’affaires.
Strategic InvestmentsPreserving a Family Business Through Structuring €5 Million in Auction Acquisition
A family-owned food production business in Southern Italy faced an uncertain future after insolvency proceedings placed nearly €20 million in assets up for auction. Through collaboration with a U.S.-based investment fund, CGPH Banque d’affaires was able to structure financing of up to €5 million to help the next generation of entrepreneurs pursue the reacquisition of these strategic assets and build a sustainable future for the business.
Manyi KissRead
AltherumThe Evolution of Luxury Watches: A Conversation with Tony Parise (@ueanimale), Founder of Elysium
Elysium founder Tony Parise joins Alberto Chiesa to discuss the evolution of the luxury watch market, the most sought-after models in 2026, emerging opportunities for collectors, and the trends shaping watches as an alternative investment asset.
Hamza LambarkiRead
Private DebtCGPH Banque d’Affaires Surpasses €100 Million in Financing Approvals in Just 15 Days
CGPH Banque d’Affaires has surpassed €100 million in financing approvals and pre-approvals within 15 days, highlighting the effectiveness of its institutional funding network. The milestone reflects growing investor confidence, strong execution capabilities, and expanding opportunities across financing and advisory activities.
Hamza LambarkiRead
Strategic InvestmentsAre Precious Stones Still a Relevant Alternative Investment?
Are precious stones a good investment? While diamonds, rubies, emeralds and sapphires do not generate income like traditional financial assets, their rarity, tangibility and global demand continue to attract investors seeking portfolio diversification and long-term wealth preservation. This article explores how gemstones are valued, the role of scarcity and certification, the challenges of liquidity, and why high-quality natural stones remain a distinctive alternative asset in today's investment
Lorenzo DebernardiRead
Investment StrategyReal Estate After the Repricing: From Scarcity to Tokenized Access
As real estate adapts to a higher-rate environment, investors are placing greater emphasis on income resilience, scarcity and disciplined valuations. This article examines how these market shifts are reshaping investment strategies and how tokenization may help unlock broader access to high-quality real estate opportunities.
Massimiliano ZambaniniRead
Investment StrategyInvesting in Whisky: The Factors That Matter Most
Over the past decade, fine whisky has moved from niche collectible to recognized alternative asset, attracting both private collectors and institutional attention. According to the Knight Frank Luxury Investment Index, rare whisky values rose by approximately 428% over a 10-year period, outperforming many traditional luxury assets (According to WhiskyTrades).
Alberto ChiesaRead
AltherumAltherum Tokenization: What Our Monte Carlo Launch Reveals About the Future of Real Asset Investing
On June 13, 2026, we hosted a private launch event aboard a yacht in Monte Carlo, Monaco, bringing together investors, family offices, and wealth management professionals for the unveiling of Altherum Tokenization, our platform dedicated to blockchain-based investment in real and alternative assets.
Alberto ChiesaRead
Digital AssetsAI Didn’t Hack Bitcoin: What a $400K Wallet Recovery Reveals About Crypto Custody, Tokenization, and Institutional Risk
AI didn’t hack Bitcoin—this $400K wallet recovery reveals the real risk: human error. Learn how tokenization is redefining crypto custody and recovery.
Alberto ChiesaRead
Alternative Lending for Corporates: How Structured Finance Is Transforming Business Growth
Explore how alternative lending and structured finance are transforming corporate financing, enabling flexible capital solutions and sustainable business growth.
Manyi KissRead
AltherumVIDEO: The End of “One Buyer, One Painting” From Exclusive Ownership to Fractional Access
Discover how tokenization is transforming art investing—enabling fractional ownership, portfolio diversification, and access to high-value assets like Warhol.
Alberto ChiesaRead
Private Equity Exit Pressure: How Backlogged Deals Are Driving the Next Global M&A Cycle
Private equity firms are facing mounting pressure to exit aging portfolio investments following a slowdown in deal activity caused by rising interest rates and tighter financing conditions. As a result, a global “exit backlog” has emerged, pushing firms toward alternative strategies like continuation funds and secondary transactions.
Lorenzo De SarioRead
Investment-Grade Diamonds: A New Alternative Asset Class Driven by Tokenization and Scarcity
Explore how investment-grade diamonds are emerging as a new alternative asset class. Learn about tokenization, market trends, supply scarcity, and diversification benefits.
Isabella PerinRead