STERLING CAPITAL GROWTH
Dynamic execution in global equities, commodities, and private equity strategies.
Established on a foundation of expertise, Sterling Capital Growth (SETCO) has generated over $1.5 billion in trading revenue over the past decade[cite: 3]. We leverage 75 years of combined market-making relationships to navigate US and foreign exchanges, petroleum transactions, and venture capital flows[cite: 4, 16, 87].
To consistently achieve a 15% annual return on investments while strictly adhering to risk controls and ethical trading practices[cite: 37]. Success is measured by integrity, adaptability, and the courage to embrace market shifts[cite: 39].
The Four-Step Strategy
We execute based on a defined process: Identifying a Divergent View, Searching for a Catalyst, entering when the market aligns, and exiting upon thesis validation[cite: 41, 42, 43].
Strict Risk Control
We prioritize capital preservation with a hard stop loss of 3-5%. Our traders aim for monthly results ranging from 5% gains to less than 1% losses[cite: 61, 62].
Global Compliance
We strictly enforce Trade Sanctions Compliance, Anti-Bribery rules, and AML protocols to ensure operations align with international regulations[cite: 28, 30].
Commodity Reach
Our network extends to petroleum and commodity transactions, engaging with a broad spectrum of partners across domestic and international markets[cite: 86, 87].
Robert M. Murphy
Former Vice-Chairman of the NYSE (1998-2003) and CEO of LaBranche & Co. Mr. Murphy brings decades of governance discipline from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange[cite: 91, 98, 99].
Alexey C. Taylor
Head of Compliance and Commodity Trading Division. Expert in oil product supply agreements and forensic financial contracts. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Russian[cite: 106, 107, 109].
Fred Gardner, J.D.
Combines a Juris Doctor in Law with a Business degree. Fred brings a unique fusion of corporate and government experience to drive logical decision-making[cite: 119, 120, 122].
Mr. Arslanian
Over 50 years of legal practice. Specializes in petroleum and commodity transactions worldwide. Formerly represented U.S. interests for Marangoni Companies[cite: 135, 139, 140].