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Journals GG
April 16, 2025

Good morning!

This week, we're bringing you an inside look at Altea’s private investment world, including an exclusive opportunity in the heart of tequila country, plus the latest on Nvidia’s China troubles, Hermès dethroning LVMH, and a growth stock to watch.

Grab your flat white and let’s break it down ☕️👇️ 

Exclusive

Inside Altea's Private Investment Community

Last week, we were fortunate to receive an invitation to an exclusive event hosted by Altea in London, a distinguished private community for serious alternative investors. What we discovered was super cool.

Beyond Traditional Investing

Altea offers access to unique, thoroughly vetted investment opportunities that simply aren't available on the open market. It's a curated ecosystem where interesting individuals connect over extraordinary deals while enjoying unforgettable experiences.

After hearing about their impressive returns on previous investments, we knew Investing Journal readers would want to know more.

Proven Track Record of Exceptional Returns

Altea's investment portfolio showcases their ability to identify and capitalize on unique opportunities:

Artwork I: Their first deal involving 7 artwork pieces by an undervalued British Surrealist has already delivered a 108% return (net of fees) after selling just four pieces. The remaining three pieces continue to appreciate in value.

Tequila I: After thorough due diligence and an investor trip to Mexico, Altea acquired 80 barrels of 100% Agave Tequila targeting a 35-40% IRR over 3-5 years.

Film Bridge Fund: Exclusive to Altea members, this five-year investment vehicle across dozens of film projects is targeting 39% returns.

Their flagship ALTS 1 Fund provides a diversified basket of alternative assets across 10 specialized markets, targeting 15-20% IRR over its 10-year duration.

What we love about Altea

Discover: Altea scouts the world for exceptional investment opportunities, subjecting each to rigorous review before presentation to members. What's really cool in our opinion is that any member can submit and pitch deals for consideration, creating a dynamic marketplace of ideas.

Connect: Members forge genuine relationships with successful entrepreneurs, VIPs, and specialists in niche markets you never knew existed, opening doors to both lucrative opportunities and enriching connections.

An Exclusive Opportunity for Investing Journal Readers

When we learned about Altea’s latest investment opportunity, we knew we had to share it with you, our readers.

Premium Tequila Distillery in Jalisco

This fully operational tequila distillery in El Arenal, Jalisco, exemplifies why we're excited about Altea's approach to alternative investing. Located in Mexico's most prestigious tequila-producing region, this is exactly the kind of opportunity our readers could benefit from.

What Makes This Investment Exceptional:

  1. Rare Licensed Asset: The distillery holds one of only approximately 250 coveted NOM licenses worldwide, authorizing legal tequila production under the strict Denomination of Origin framework.

  2. Immediate Cash Flow: Unlike typical startup investments, this operation generates revenue from day one through existing production contracts with strategic partners House of Rare, Tequila Partners, and Drayhorse.

  3. Diversified Revenue Model: The investment encompasses bulk tequila sales, private-label manufacturing for emerging brands, barrel aging programs with projected investor returns, and RTD (ready-to-drink) canned cocktails targeting the booming U.S. market.

  4. Market Momentum: With tequila experiencing 30% global growth in 2023, led by premium and ultra-premium segments, and RTDs projected to reach a $10B+ market within five years, the timing couldn't be better.

  5. Complete Production Ecosystem: The facility includes 15,000 liters/month production capacity (scalable to 1M liters), 3.7 acres of agave farmland ensuring supply-chain security, and established U.S. distribution channels.

  6. Attractive Exit Strategy: Recent industry acquisitions like Casamigos ($1B), Avión ($600M), and Don Julio ($408M) have commanded double-digit revenue multiples. Altea is targeting a 3-6x return within 3-5 years.

  7. Zero Fees for Members: Altea members participate with 0% management fees on this particular opportunity.

  8. Hands-On Verification: Rather than relying solely on presentations, Altea recently brought investors to Jalisco to experience the operation firsthand, reinforcing their commitment to tangible, verifiable assets.

Take Action Now

Ready to diversify your portfolio with this exceptional tequila distillery opportunity? Altea is currently accepting new members who are passionate about alternative investments and connecting with like-minded successful individuals.

This premium tequila investment opportunity won't last long, and we believe it's perfectly aligned with what our Investing Journal readers are looking for, a combination of strong potential returns and tangible asset ownership in a growing market.

Beyond this specific investment, Altea offers something equally valuable: a curated community of successful entrepreneurs, investors, and industry specialists who share insights, experiences, and exclusive deal flow. The relationships you'll build here extend far beyond financial transactions.

secure your position in the premium tequila distillery investment before spots fill up.

Thanks again to their team for inviting us out to their event!

Markets

🇨🇳 China signals readiness for talks if US shows respect
China’s open to trade talks, but only if the U.S. plays nice. On Wednesday, Beijing called for more respect, fewer insults from U.S. officials, and a clear, consistent stance on hot-button issues like Taiwan and sanctions. They also want a legit negotiator with Trump’s full backing, someone who can actually prep a deal worthy of Xi’s time.

🖥️ Nvidia faces $5.5 billion charge as US restricts chip sales to China
Nvidia said Tuesday it will take $5.5 billion in charges after new U.S. export restrictions limited sales of its H20 AI chip to China, a key market. Shares of Nvidia fell over 5%. Why? The H20 is one of several chips affected by updated U.S. rules aimed at limiting China’s access to advanced AI technology. AMD shares also dropped 7% in after-hours trading.

🇳🇱 ASML misses order expectations amid tariff uncertainty
ASML reported lower-than-expected orders on Wednesday, with net bookings at €3.94 billion ($4.47 billion) for Q1, below analyst forecasts of €4.89 billion. The company cited uncertainty from new U.S. trade restrictions as a factor that could affect demand for its chipmaking machines. ASML is a highly important player in the global chip industry, here’s a good read if you’re looking to understand the global chip industry in more detail.

🏬 1 Growth Stock Down 35% that you should consider
Dutch Bros is down about 35% from its highs, as recent market volatility and tariff uncertainty weigh on growth stocks. The company, which relies on imported coffee and supplies like cups from countries such as China, could face rising input costs. However, Dutch Bros may be better positioned than smaller competitors, for a few key reasons.

👜 LVMH Loses Crown as World's Most Valuable Luxury Company
Hermès has overtaken LVMH as the world's most valuable luxury company, following a weaker-than-expected sales report from the Louis Vuitton owner. LVMH shares fell 7.8% on Tuesday, wiping out about $23 billion in market value, while Hermès edged up 0.2%, ending the day with a valuation of €248.62 billion.

LVMH blames slower demand from Chinese shoppers and a U.S. downturn in its Sephora and wine businesses. Broader luxury stocks also declined, including Kering, Burberry, and Prada.

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