2019
Year In
Review
With each passing year and new investment product, we’re proud to be making what was previously impossible, a reality for our investors. From the acquisition of two companies to the launch of inventive new products, our goal was to help ensure that our community of investors had the potential to generate additional wealth.
Looking forward to 2020, we recognize that your life is about more than saving for retirement. That's why at YieldStreet, through innovative income-generating products, we’re thrilled to bring you bold new ways to add financial fuel to your ambition.
As your partner on this journey, we’re curious to know more about you. We want to hear what your goals are, what new products you’d be interested in, and how we can help you reach your next level. Our door is always open, so to speak, so email us at [email protected] and let us know what you'd like to see next.
Thank you for putting your trust in us. We wish you and your loved ones a safe and happy journey into what will be an exciting new decade.
We could tell you a story of 2019, but we’d prefer to let the numbers speak for themselves.
# Of opportunities assessed
Total dollar value of opportunities evaluated
Investor population growth
Our growth and expansion over the past year allowed our investors to leverage tangible assets coupled with what we believe is a best-in-class investment philosophy. We’re proud to be one of the few platforms that allow investors to build multi-asset portfolios.
YieldStreet acquired the art finance company, Athena Art Finance. The goal of this acquisition was to help give investors exposure to the growing market of art finance. The acquisition proved successful, with art offerings averaging an expected yield of roughly 10% per annum.
"We're excited about the YieldStreet family and the company’s energy and technology. We're thrilled to be able to take our business to the next level."
Total amount raised on platform
Of YieldStreet investors have participated in art offerings
Launching Short Term Notes provided our investors access to a different stage in the investment process. Investors can now pre-fund upcoming offerings before they launch on the YieldStreet platform.
“Given our investor-first mentality, we thought, why not provide YieldStreet investors an additional avenue to earn interest?”
of investors renewed for Short Term Notes Series II
of investors increased their allocation
The acquisition of WealthFlex, a first of its kind digital IRA platform provides investors with fast, easy, and cost-effective access to private investment opportunities through their Self-Directed IRA.
“The $27.1 trillion retirement market is underutilized and lacks diversification. YieldStreet acquired WealthFlex to give investors greater flexibility to invest their retirement portfolios.”
With the app, investors are now able to invest, manage their portfolios and YieldStreet Wallets, and receive notifications regarding new opportunities, all from the convenience of their mobile device.
Our employees span the globe, working passionately so that you can dream bigger. We love what we do and push ourselves daily to ensure our investors succeed.
From New York City to Malta, our team is dedicated to the mission of helping our investors discover their money’s full potential.
The YieldStreet Foundation launched its first initiative in 2019 with the generous support of our investors. With the YieldStreet Foundation, we intend to showcase causes that are important to the YieldStreet community. Together, we believe in our ability to make a positive impact on society.
"We must recognize how fortunate we are to be able to invest our excess capital and have our money work for us. We believe that while YieldStreet is focused on enhancing the financial independence of all of our users, we must, with the same vigor, also be a force for social good."
Amount raised for United Hatzalah
Total amount donated to nonprofit organizations
2019 was a milestone-reaching year for us. Regardless of the accolades, we never lost sight of our mission to make quality investment opportunities accessible to more people.
This year we reached a substantial milestone for our investors, surpassing the $1B invested.
Real estate offerings to date
Marine offerings to date
Art offerings to date
Litigation offerings to date
Commercial offerings to date
2019 saw our $62M Series B. This fundraise allows us to move faster, innovate more quickly, and focus on creating a unique ecosystem for investors. One where all roads lead to income generation.