Capital allocation process

The capital allocation process involves the transfer of capital among different entities that include individuals, small businesses, banks, financial intermediaries, companies, mutual funds, and other market participants. In a developed market economy, capital flows freely between entities that want to supply capital to those who want it. This flow of capital can be classified in three ways. In the table below, identify the nature of capital transfer given in the scenario with its appropriate classification:

Scenario	Direct Transfers	Indirect Transfers through Investment Banks	Indirect Transfers through Financial Intermediaries
Israel launched a 10-year global bond issue of $1.5 billion in early 2009. Leading investment banks such as Citigroup, Deutsche Bank, and Goldman Sachs managed the deal. (Source: Reuters.com, Mar. 18, 2009.)
California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) manages pension and health benefits of California public employees and retirees. CalPERS collects money from its participants and creates a pool of assets. It manages these assets by making investments across domestic and international markets.
A small startup firm has each of the partners contribute $50,000 in capital to help the company make payroll for the next three months.
Steves grandfather loans him $30,000 to start a small coffee shop in the East Village in Manhattan.