Instavest
Instavest, based in Mountain View, CA, was a fintech company specializing in asset management, known for enabling investors to list their trades and encouraging profit sharing with the original listing entity.
Company Overview
Instavest is a fintech company located in Mountain View, CA, USA. Specializing in the asset management sub-industry, Instavest operates primarily within the United States of America and the America/Canada regions. As part of the Y Combinator W15 batch, Instavest has been noted for its early-stage business initiatives.
Industry and Sub-industry
Instavest operates in the fintech industry with a focus on asset management. The company creates a platform for investors to list their trades, which includes details such as the company they are investing in, the amount of shares they are purchasing, and their investment rationale.
Business Model
Instavest's business model revolves around a community-driven approach where investors share the details of their trades. The platform encourages investors to allocate a portion of their profits, around 5 percent, back to the original listing entity, thereby fostering a collaborative investment environment.
Participation in Y Combinator
Instavest was a part of the Winter 2015 (W15) batch of Y Combinator, a notable accelerator program that supports startups through funding, mentorship, and resources. This participation underscores the company’s innovative approach in the fintech space.
Current Status
As of the latest available information, Instavest is currently inactive. Despite its early-stage business initiatives and participation in Y Combinator, the company is not operational at the moment.