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Private Equity

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  • Private equity describes an investment in any asset in which the shares of stock are not traded on a public stock market. It allows established businesses to invest money and management in smaller companies (often startups), allowing the smaller business to succeed while generating profit for the investing company.
  • Fast Facts

    1. 2005: $135 billion was invested by private equity firms
    2. 40% of private equity is invested in North America
    3. Largest private equity deal is Blackstone's acquisition of Equity Office Properties for $38.9 billion
  • Categories

    1. Buyout: Also known as a leveraged buyout, when a business or its assets are acquired through financial leverage.
    2. Venture capital: This refers to investments in a company during its early stages, usually for development or launch of a new business.
    3. Growth capital: Similar to venture capital, but for more established companies that are in need of growth or expansion.

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