Me & My Money: Venture capitalist's long-term approach in volatile times

David Gowdey eyes asset classes like private equity, which offers returns further down the road

Mr David Gowdey says that while he does not intend to retire, his personal financial plan is focused on ensuring that his three children have the funds they will need for university studies or their future endeavours.
Mr David Gowdey says that while he does not intend to retire, his personal financial plan is focused on ensuring that his three children have the funds they will need for university studies or their future endeavours. PHOTO: JUNGLE VENTURES
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Private equity is venture capitalist David Gowdey's choice of asset class in this economic climate, where headwinds galore are expected for the foreseeable future.

Mr Gowdey, the managing partner of venture firm Jungle Ventures, believes the volatile times the world is now facing demand a longer-term approach.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Sunday Times on September 06, 2020, with the headline Me & My Money: Venture capitalist's long-term approach in volatile times. Subscribe