Summary:
Plutus is democratizing access to thematic portfolio investing for everyday investors
Founded by ex-Microsoft and Meta engineers, the startup offers a marketplace for high-performance model portfolios
Integrates with Interactive Brokers for automated portfolio replication and management
Manages over $35 million in assets and recently secured $452,000 in angel funding
Targets tax advantages and automated rebalancing for investors
Plutus, a Seattle-based startup, is on a mission to democratize thematic portfolio investing, making sophisticated investment strategies accessible to everyday investors. Founded by Shashank Chiranewala and Mitren Chinoy, the company has developed a marketplace where users can explore and automatically replicate high-performance model portfolios in their brokerage accounts.
Bridging the Gap in Investment Access
Chiranewala, with a background in investment banking and tech giants like Microsoft and Meta, identified a glaring gap in the market: the lack of access to advanced investment strategies for those without multimillion-dollar portfolios. Plutus addresses this by partnering with independent research firms to offer thematic investment strategies, such as AI and tech or global clean energy portfolios, to the general public.
How Plutus Works
The platform integrates with Interactive Brokers, allowing for seamless portfolio replication and management. Unlike traditional ETFs or mutual funds, Plutus's offerings are designed for automated rebalancing and potential tax advantages, with the company taking a share of the subscription fees set by portfolio providers.
Growth and Funding
With $35 million in assets under management and a recent $452,000 angel investment, Plutus is making strides in the fintech space. The startup, now with five employees, is already generating revenue from a diverse client base, including family offices and hedge funds.
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