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Sink or swim?

Article Abstract:

There has been adverse publicity about venture capital-backed stock flotations in the United Kingdom, but they are not likely to perform worse than flotations using other routes. They have undergone two sets of due diligence and management buy-outs have had to use discipline due to links with institutional partners. Companies that depend too much on a few customers can encounters problems, and correct valuations are important. There may be a need for issues to be priced less aggressively.

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Institutional investors

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UK institutional investors are less involved in venture capital investment than their counterparts in the US. Liquidity and income generation are prime concerns for self-managed funds, though venture capital investment may have more appeal for younger funds. There is a scarcity of information on the past performance of private equity funds. Institutions have been important supporters of UK venture capital but analysts argue that this support could be increased.

Institutional investments

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MBO wins friends in the regions

Article Abstract:

UK regions such as the East Midlands and North West are becoming more important for management buy-ins and management buy-outs. The South East previously predominated but is losing its importance. Local venture capitalists are often preferred to reduce costs and this has led many venture capital companies to set up offices in the regions. Local advisers such as solicitors and accountants have become more supportive of buy-outs.

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