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SEC examiners have been asking registered investment advisers for proof that their SPVs own or have exposure to the shares in private companies that they claim to, according to people familiar with the matter.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 1, 2026

He also said most of the project would be paid for by $400 million in private donations.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 31, 2026

Caracas says the deal involves $100 billion in private investment aimed at revitalizing the industry in a country with the world's largest proven oil reserves.

From Barron's Aug. 30, 2026

But in private, he said, he was working the phones, talking to auto executives and parts manufacturers.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 26, 2026

Before we can leave, Rachel asks my father to come see her in private for a moment.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh




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