Goodwater’s Proficiency in Consumer Tech Establishes It as Prime Investor for Emerging Startups Goodwater, a distinguished venture capital fund specializing in consumer tech investments, has proudly announced an impressive achievement—raising more than $1 billion across its array of early and growth stage funds. This substantial funding infusion empowers Goodwater to fulfill its mission of aiding exceptional entrepreneurs in catalyzing positive global transformation. Launched in 2014 by industry trailblazers Chi-Hua Chien and Eric Kim, Goodwater has consistently demonstrated its unwavering commitment to consumer tech, manifesting in investments in 79 early and growth stage startups spanning 19 countries around the world. The…

Royce & Associates LP Increases Holdings in Business First Bancshares In the first quarter, Royce & Associates LP acquired a new stake in Business First Bancshares, according to recent disclosure filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The investment firm purchased 120,000 shares of the company’s stock, valued at around $2,056,000. This move translated to Royce & Associates LP owning about 0.48% of Business First Bancshares, as indicated in the latest Securities & Exchange Commission filing. Hedge Funds’ Activity in Business First Bancshares: Several other prominent hedge funds also made notable adjustments to their positions in Business First Bancshares. Notably,…