Belvedere Advisors LLC Announces Expansion into the European Market, Broadening Investment Footprint

Belvedere Advisors LLC, a U.S. SEC-registered investment advisory firm, today formally announced a full-scale expansion into the European market, marking a significant new chapter in its global growth strategy. Against the backdrop of a complex and fast-changing global economic landscape, the firm will leverage precise market analysis and forward-looking strategic positioning to capture future opportunities in Europe.

Market Outlook and Analysis

Macro and Policy Environment – Eurozone inflation has eased toward the ECB’s medium-term target, with monetary policy shifting from tightening to a more stable, data-dependent stance. Under the combination of “growth resilience + easing inflation,” policy expectations have become more predictable, creating a window for European asset repricing and valuation recovery.

Growth Momentum and Sector Divergence – High-frequency indicators suggest Europe is in a “soft recovery” phase: manufacturing activity is near the expansion/contraction threshold, services are expanding moderately, and overall cost pressures have eased but remain sticky. Profit recovery is driven more by cost improvements and efficiency gains, with persistent divergence between sectors and countries.

Structural Opportunities – The EU is advancing green industry and digital transformation, aiming to promote net-zero technologies, domestic manufacturing, and key supply chain reshoring. Sectors such as clean energy equipment, energy storage and smart grids, semiconductors/high-end manufacturing, data centers, and telecom infrastructure are expected to see increased long-term capital expenditure and higher order visibility.

Valuations and Liquidity – With inflation easing and interest rates peaking, European equity risk premiums are around the upper mid-range of historical levels, and downward pressure on earnings forecasts is easing. Under a “moderate growth + moderate inflation” outlook, the yield curve may improve fixed-income returns across maturities. Private equity and M&A activity are likely to rebound as financing conditions improve, and the pricing gap between secondary and primary markets has room to narrow.

Key Risks – (1) Geopolitical and trade tensions causing secondary shocks to energy and critical input prices; (2) Sticky core inflation delaying policy easing; (3) Cross-country allocation volatility driven by differences in fiscal consolidation and regulatory pacing; (4) Uncertainties in the execution of green transition initiatives and the phasing out of subsidies.

Investment Implications – Within a framework of “low inflation, low growth, more predictable policy,” high-quality assets (with stable cash flows, pricing power, and healthy balance sheets) are likely to outperform. Thematically, we favor energy transition infrastructure, high-end manufacturing/industrial technology, semiconductors and automation, and digital infrastructure (including data centers and telecom), along with selective financials and utilities. Tactically, we recommend combining factor-neutral and sector rotation approaches with a laddered duration/credit allocation to capture excess returns during periods of declining volatility and narrowing risk premiums.

 European Team and Investor Engagement

To ensure deep local presence and high-quality service, Belvedere Advisors LLC has established a dedicated European Research and Investment Division, covering five key functions: macroeconomic research, sector analysis, quantitativefactor development, compliance and risk control, and client solutions. The team will:

Build a localized industry and corporate database covering German-speaking, French-speaking, and Nordic markets, strengthening primary research and channel tracking.

Share market insights, portfolio observations, risk alerts, and top investment ideas within a WhatsApp investor community (in compliance with local regulations and disclosure requirements).

Enhance investor education and transparency through weekly briefings, real-time updates, and ad-hoc online roadshows.

Uphold an objective, data-driven approach; all views are for informational purposes only and do not constitute offers or individualized investment advice.

Commitment from the Chief Investment Officer

Leon Carthage, Chief Investment Officer of Belvedere Advisors LLC, stated:

“We are committed to expanding into the European market with our full capabilities, leveraging our expertise in quantitative investing, multi-asset allocation, and risk management to capture the highest-quality investment opportunities for our clients. Our goal is not only to serve high-net-worth investors but also to extend our reach to a broader retail investor base—helping more people grow into high-net-worth individuals and share in the wealth creation of global capital markets.”

Strategic Priorities

Deepen Local Presence – Establish investment and research teams in major European financial hubs to stay close to policy and industry developments.

Multi-Tier Client Coverage – Extend from high-net-worth clients to the broader retail segment, building a tiered product structure and investor education pathways.

Product and Research Innovation – Use quantitative strategies as the foundation, integrating top-down macro and bottom-up fundamental research to deliver multi-asset solutions tailored to the European market.

Compliance and Risk Control First – Rigorously adhere to local regulatory frameworks, strengthen data governance and model validation, and enhance investor protection.

Sustainability and Long-Termism – Integrate ESG and impact metrics into investment processes, participating in long-term investments in green and digital infrastructure while meeting financial return targets.

Media Contact

Website: www.belvedereadvisorsllc.com

Email: investor@belvedereadvisorsllc.com

Address: Embarcadero Center, 8th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94111

Phone: 415-435-5601

About Belvedere Advisors LLC

Belvedere Advisors LLC is a U.S. SEC-registered investment advisory firm specializing in quantitative and multi-asset strategy management. Serving individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients, the firm is dedicated to delivering robust, efficient, and personalized investment portfolios and wealth planning solutions.