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Couchonomics with Arjun
Decoding the New World Order of Finance - Unfiltered, global, weekly
As tectonic shifts reshape the financial world, Couchonomics continues to explore the trends transforming commerce, capital, and culture. This season, we expand our lens - building on our deep focus in the MENA region while bringing in voices, stories, and innovations from around the globe.
Why? Because the future of finance is no longer regional - it’s interconnected.
Whether it’s AI in Asia, tokenization in Europe, or fintech policy experiments in Africa, today’s financial shifts cross borders, industries, and disciplines.
Whether you’re in the industry or just fintech-curious, tune in weekly as we decode the big moves, bold ideas, and brilliant minds shaping tomorrow’s economy.
Episodes drop weekly. Arabic subtitles available on YouTube: youtube.com/@couchonomicswitharjunsingh438
Learn more: www.couchonomics.com
Season 4 supported by:
Adyen | Mastercard | SC Ventures | Thunes | Hala | e& | Digit 9
About the host:
Arjun's expertise covers a broad range of areas including Fintech, Payments, Digital Assets, Embedded Finance, Application of Emerging Technologies, and the Emergence of New Business Models within the Financial Services Sector in the MEA region and globally.
Arjun is deeply engaged in the Tech Start-Up ecosystem. He serves as a passive investor, advisory board member, and a notable commentator on the rapidly evolving scene.
In recognition of his impactful contributions, Arjun was honored as a Top Voice of the region by LinkedIn in 2020.
Learn more at www.couchonomics.com.
Couchonomics with Arjun
Ep 77. The new shift in The private equity scene with Elias Yazbeck
Welcome to a new episode of Couchonomics with Arjun!
Join Arjun as he explores Africa's dynamic startup scene and fintech landscape with Elias Yazbeck, Managing Director at Helios Investment Partners.
Discover key insights into Africa's market dynamics, challenges, and future trends in fintech. Elias also shares Helios Investment Partners' strategies and potential seismic shifts in private equity.
Topics covered include real-time payments, digital banking for SMEs, regulatory roles, entrepreneurship challenges, and Helios Investment's unique philosophy.
Tune in now for valuable insights! Watch the full episode on YouTube and major podcasting platforms.
Couchonomics with Arjun Season 3 is brought to you by our partners:
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Episode Highlight
01:12 - Introduction
02:10 - Overview of Helios Investment Partners
06:10 - Africa's Diverse Startup Scene
09:02 - Investing in Major African Markets and Market Dynamics
11:48 - Key Sectors of Interest
18:18 - Africa-Specific Trends
21:00 - The Role of Central Banks
24:46 - Prevailing Trends in Private Equity
31:41 - Shifts in the Private Equity Scene
34:58 - The Next Phase of Africa's Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
37:44 - Operational Challenges in Africa
42:08 - Investment Focus and Social Impact
46:51 - The Next Steps for Helios
49:51 - Closing Words
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