ARK Invest
ARK Investment Management LLC (ARK Invest) is an asset management firm focused on innovation, founded by Cathie Wood in 2014 and headquartered in New York. ARK Invest's core investment philosophy centers on disruptive innovation, focusing on technology-driven industries including genomics, artificial intelligence, robotics, energy storage, and blockchain technology.
ARK Invest's investment strategy revolves around five key areas:
- Genomic Revolution: Investing in companies related to genomics, including gene editing, gene therapy, and biotechnology, driving breakthrough advances in life sciences.
- Artificial Intelligence & Big Data: ARK invests in companies leveraging AI and big data to drive transformation, particularly those capable of disrupting traditional industries.
- Robotics & Automation: The firm focuses on investments in robotics technology, automation solutions, and autonomous systems to address the global demand for productivity improvements.
- Energy Storage: ARK invests in innovative companies advancing energy storage technology, particularly in electric vehicles, battery technology, and renewable energy companies.
- Blockchain Technology: ARK focuses on blockchain technology and its applications in finance and digital assets, supporting the decentralization and transparency of financial systems.
ARK Invest manages approximately $50 billion in assets (AUM), with its fund products widely favored by individual and institutional investors seeking high-growth and innovative investment opportunities.
The company's founder and CEO, Cathie Wood, is considered a pioneer in global innovation investing, leading ARK Invest to become one of the world's fastest-growing asset management companies through her forward-looking vision in innovative technologies.
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