Smartkarma has launched Boost Research, an accelerator programme designed to support investment analysts who want to start independent research businesses.
Boost Research aims to improve the overall supply of independent research to the market as well as increasing the variety of opinions in research to aid investment decisions.
The Boost Research accelerator offers subsidised office services, through to financial support, mentorship and access to regulatory cover, initially from the Smartkarma London office.
Smartkarma’s platform also provides data, publishing tools and distribution of research to its network of global buy-side institutions.
According to Smartkarma, Boost Research will change the landscape of investment research provision, ensuring growth and improved diversity in the independent investment research space.
Mark Artherton, head of research at Boost Research, said: “We are dedicated to growing the independent analyst landscape around the world to enhance the variety of opinion available to investors. At a time when sell-side analysts are facing an uncertain future, we are taking these skilled analysts and empowering them to build a sustainable business.”
John-Paul Smith, founder of independent research provider, Ecstrat commented: “At the start of my career as an independent analyst, setting up the business and focusing on things outside of the core research took up so much of my time and slowed the development of my business. Boost Research would have made my start much easier.”
He added: “I am now looking forward to being part of the Boost Research mentoring programme and helping support the next generation of independent research providers.”
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