Updated
Updated · Forbes · Apr 24
Thrive takes minority stake in San Francisco Giants
Updated
Updated · Forbes · Apr 24

Thrive takes minority stake in San Francisco Giants

10 articles · Updated · Forbes · Apr 24
  • The deal, Thrive Eternal's first sports investment, is subject to MLB approval and involves a noncontrolling stake; financial terms were not disclosed.
  • Former Disney CEO Bob Iger will advise Thrive Eternal, which aims to invest long-term in cultural assets as technology and AI advance.
  • Thrive, led by Joshua Kushner, is known for major tech investments and now expands into sports amid growing institutional capital in U.S. franchises.
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