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Gaucho Holdings (NASDAQ: VINO) Welcomes Advisors Doug Casey, Michael Koh To Board As Company Prepares For Expansion In Wake of Political Changes
by Faith Ashmore, Benzinga Staff Writer
December 20, 2023 8:16 AM
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The global luxury market is witnessing growth in light of a resurgence of social interactions and travel. The global luxury market is expected to reach $1.6 trillion in 2023, witnessing 8-10% growth over 2022. Despite macroeconomic challenges, the luxury market has shown remarkable resilience, and companies like Argentina’s Gaucho Group Holdings which focus on luxury industries may be poised for expansion and continued sustainable growth on the back of overall market growth – Gaucho Holdings seems to be gearing up for growth with the recent announcement of key additions to its board.
Gaucho Holdings is a rapidly growing, e-commerce-driven public holding company that operates a portfolio of experiential luxury brands and real estate assets. The company focuses on leading market sectors and has built a collection of luxury assets with a foundation of real estate holdings. The company owns Algodon Fine Wines, Algodon Wine Resort and Algodon Wine Estates within the spirits, hospitality and luxury real estate sectors, respectively. It also manufactures and markets luxury leather goods and accessories. The company has positioned itself as a premier investment opportunity in Argentina, showcasing to international investors Argentina's wealth of resources and opportunities.
The company has recently expanded its team to bolster strategic initiatives and promote further growth. It announced the appointment of Doug Casey, a best-selling author, world-renowned speculator and libertarian philosopher, as the Lead Business Advisor for their Argentina Investments. The company expects this strategic move to greatly improve its strategic vision and drive its expansion in Argentina's fast-growing luxury real estate market.
Doug Casey's extensive experience and deep understanding of the Argentine market make him an ideal choice for this advisory position. He has historically characterized Argentina as 'the cheapest civilized place on earth' and will likely provide the company with a unique perspective on the country's economic potential and investment opportunities. His insights are especially valuable given the recent political shifts in Argentina, which Gaucho Holdings sees as not just a change, but as an opportunity for economic revival and investment expansion.
Sharing his thoughts on the recent policy shifts Casey explained, "If Milei’s reforms stick, within a decade, Argentina could become the most prosperous country in the world. Look at what Pinochet’s limited reforms did for Chile. It changed from a backward mining province into the most advanced and prosperous country on the continent. Milei’s reforms could transform Argentina into both the freest and the most prosperous country on the planet. Argentina has many advantages... It’s the perfect country whose only real problem is its insane government. But that’s about to change. If he succeeds, I think there will be a rush of millions of Europeans who will see that Argentina has got everything that Europe does—including the favorable aspects of its culture, but none of the disadvantages.”
In addition to Casey’s appointment, the company also announced the appointment of Michael Koh, the founder of a highly respected real estate property management and consulting firm in Argentina, to their Advisory Board. Michael Koh is a prominent figure in the Argentine luxury real estate industry, known for his forward-thinking approach. As the managing partner and founder of Koh Investments, he established ApartmentsBA, a real estate property management and consulting firm in Argentina which was acquired by Luxury Retreats in 2010. Mr. Koh also co-founded and led fypio, a real estate software company that promoted technological integration within the sector and is used by Rocket Homes.
Currently, Mr. Koh is driving the development of an innovative real estate portal called Casa Libre™, which is scheduled to launch in the first quarter of 2024. The company expects the platform to revolutionize the Argentine real estate market by offering advanced features such as 3D floor plans and video walkthroughs. Following its launch in Argentina, there are plans to expand into Mexico.
"Reflecting on my years in Buenos Aires, I often imagined living in Argentina's golden era,” shared Michael Koh. “I've experienced its beauty, got married, and raised Argentine-born children here. I love this country and am excited about its future. I feel confident Javier Milei will lead us back towards prosperity. With rich resources like beef, corn, and lithium, I believe Argentina is on the cusp of realizing its true potential, offering promising investment opportunities along the way."
Earlier in November, Argentina elected right-wing libertarian Javiar Milei as president; he ran on the promise of economic shock therapy, which resonated with voters. Gaucho Holdings has been investing in the Argentinian market since 2007, and the recent additions to its team reflect an understanding of how the election will affect economic growth.
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Featured photo courtesy of Gaucho Group Holdings.
by Faith Ashmore, Benzinga Staff Writer
December 20, 2023 8:16 AM
Source:
Gaucho Holdings (NASDAQ: VINO) Welcomes Advisors Doug Casey, Michael Koh To Board As Company Prepares For Expansion In Wake Of Political Changes In Argentina - Rocket Companies (NYSE:RKT), Gaucho Group Holdings (NASDAQ:VINO)
The global luxury market is witnessing growth in light of a resurgence of social interactions and travel.
www.benzinga.com
The global luxury market is witnessing growth in light of a resurgence of social interactions and travel. The global luxury market is expected to reach $1.6 trillion in 2023, witnessing 8-10% growth over 2022. Despite macroeconomic challenges, the luxury market has shown remarkable resilience, and companies like Argentina’s Gaucho Group Holdings which focus on luxury industries may be poised for expansion and continued sustainable growth on the back of overall market growth – Gaucho Holdings seems to be gearing up for growth with the recent announcement of key additions to its board.
Gaucho Holdings is a rapidly growing, e-commerce-driven public holding company that operates a portfolio of experiential luxury brands and real estate assets. The company focuses on leading market sectors and has built a collection of luxury assets with a foundation of real estate holdings. The company owns Algodon Fine Wines, Algodon Wine Resort and Algodon Wine Estates within the spirits, hospitality and luxury real estate sectors, respectively. It also manufactures and markets luxury leather goods and accessories. The company has positioned itself as a premier investment opportunity in Argentina, showcasing to international investors Argentina's wealth of resources and opportunities.
The company has recently expanded its team to bolster strategic initiatives and promote further growth. It announced the appointment of Doug Casey, a best-selling author, world-renowned speculator and libertarian philosopher, as the Lead Business Advisor for their Argentina Investments. The company expects this strategic move to greatly improve its strategic vision and drive its expansion in Argentina's fast-growing luxury real estate market.
Doug Casey's extensive experience and deep understanding of the Argentine market make him an ideal choice for this advisory position. He has historically characterized Argentina as 'the cheapest civilized place on earth' and will likely provide the company with a unique perspective on the country's economic potential and investment opportunities. His insights are especially valuable given the recent political shifts in Argentina, which Gaucho Holdings sees as not just a change, but as an opportunity for economic revival and investment expansion.
Sharing his thoughts on the recent policy shifts Casey explained, "If Milei’s reforms stick, within a decade, Argentina could become the most prosperous country in the world. Look at what Pinochet’s limited reforms did for Chile. It changed from a backward mining province into the most advanced and prosperous country on the continent. Milei’s reforms could transform Argentina into both the freest and the most prosperous country on the planet. Argentina has many advantages... It’s the perfect country whose only real problem is its insane government. But that’s about to change. If he succeeds, I think there will be a rush of millions of Europeans who will see that Argentina has got everything that Europe does—including the favorable aspects of its culture, but none of the disadvantages.”
In addition to Casey’s appointment, the company also announced the appointment of Michael Koh, the founder of a highly respected real estate property management and consulting firm in Argentina, to their Advisory Board. Michael Koh is a prominent figure in the Argentine luxury real estate industry, known for his forward-thinking approach. As the managing partner and founder of Koh Investments, he established ApartmentsBA, a real estate property management and consulting firm in Argentina which was acquired by Luxury Retreats in 2010. Mr. Koh also co-founded and led fypio, a real estate software company that promoted technological integration within the sector and is used by Rocket Homes.
Currently, Mr. Koh is driving the development of an innovative real estate portal called Casa Libre™, which is scheduled to launch in the first quarter of 2024. The company expects the platform to revolutionize the Argentine real estate market by offering advanced features such as 3D floor plans and video walkthroughs. Following its launch in Argentina, there are plans to expand into Mexico.
"Reflecting on my years in Buenos Aires, I often imagined living in Argentina's golden era,” shared Michael Koh. “I've experienced its beauty, got married, and raised Argentine-born children here. I love this country and am excited about its future. I feel confident Javier Milei will lead us back towards prosperity. With rich resources like beef, corn, and lithium, I believe Argentina is on the cusp of realizing its true potential, offering promising investment opportunities along the way."
Earlier in November, Argentina elected right-wing libertarian Javiar Milei as president; he ran on the promise of economic shock therapy, which resonated with voters. Gaucho Holdings has been investing in the Argentinian market since 2007, and the recent additions to its team reflect an understanding of how the election will affect economic growth.
Gaucho Holdings Announces Fireside Chat With CNBC And Fox Business Network Market Analyst Kenny Polcari
Featured photo courtesy of Gaucho Group Holdings.
