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THE ALTVEST ORIENT OPPORTUNITIES FUND ISOPENING DOORSAltvest brings private investment opportunities to our communities.Turbines in the Chinese province of Guangdong Sheng. Investors in the Altvest Orient Opportunities Fund can participate in priority sectors of the Chinese economy.Altvest is:• A platform that seeks to democratise alternative investments• A platform that brings bespoke investment opportunities to ordinary people• A platform that uses trusted media platforms to educate and raise awareness ofthe investment opportunities.What is the Orient Fund?The Altvest Orient Opportunities Fund (AOOF) is a groundbreaking investmentvehicle providing South African investors access to China’s thriving venturecapitalmarket. AOOF, through a JSE-listed hybrid instrument, opens doors tohigh-growth sectors like technology, healthcare and renewable energy, offeringdiversification and a chance to align with China’s strategic economic goals.What are the benefits of the Orient Fund?Investing in AOOF offers three main advantages:• Access to high-growth markets: Exposure to the main high-growth industriesin China such as AI, biotechnology and renewable energy.• Expert management: Managed by RisCura, a global investment manager withextensive expertise in capital markets in China, investors into AOOF can beassured of risk management, compliance and proper allocation and managementof capital.• Retail-friendly: Its structure allows retail investors to participate in venturecapital opportunities typically reserved for the ultra-rich and institutionalinvestors. This novel approach provides reliability to the retail investor whiledemocratising a commonly inaccessible asset class.Why was the Orient Fund established?AOOF was created to democratise access to alternative investments bybridging South African capital with opportunities in China’s dynamicventure-capital market. Historically, such investments were accessible onlyto large institutions. AOOF ensures retail investors can participate in China’seconomic transformation, benefiting from industries aligned with thenation’s growth policies.Is there a similar product in the market?While there are funds targeting emerging markets, few focus specifically onChina’s venture-capital sector and even fewer products provide such accessibilityfor retail investors in an asset class of this calibre. AOOF’s hybrid structure –14PHOTO: Mike Liu on Pexels
INVESTMENTBiotech is one of the sectors in which South African investors can buy a stake.offering listed Class D shares on the JSE – makes it uniquely positioned as aninclusive alternative investment product.How would you rate it in terms of value for money?AOOF stands out for its value proposition:• Competitive returns: Target gross-internal-rates-of-return (IRRs) hover around15–20% across key sectors.• Strategic liquidity: Initial investments in liquid assets provide flexibility andlower volatility during the venture-capital lifecycle.• Cost efficiency: Fees are structured transparently with an annual advisoryfee capped at 2% and performance-linked charges, after meeting a 10%hurdle rate.Given its diversification, professional management and access to cutting-edgeindustries, AOOF provides exceptional value for investors with a long-term outlook.The target market for the Orient FundThe Orient Fund targets a diverse market of South African retail andinstitutional investors seeking exposure to high-growth opportunities inChina’s dynamic venture-capital ecosystem. This fund is ideal for individualsand entities with a long-term investment horizon and a high tolerance forrisk, as it focuses on venture-capital opportunities in sectors like technology,healthcare and renewable energy, sectors that align with China’s economicgrowth strategy.AOOF appeals to:• Institutional investors: Pension funds, asset managers and banking institutionslooking to diversify portfolios with alternative assets.• Retail investors: Everyday investors seeking access to venture-capitalopportunities traditionally reserved for elites, facilitated by the fund’s accessibleClass D shares listed on the JSE.By bridging South African capital with China’s booming venture-capital market,the Orient Fund empowers investors to participate in transformative globalinnovations and diversify beyond conventional asset classes.Contact detailsBlock B, 66 Rivonia Road, Sandton 2196Email: info@altvestcapital.co.zaWebsite: www. altvestcapital.co.zaPHOTO: Edward Jenner on Pexels | PHOTO: Trinh Trần on Pexels15
