Risks and chances: venture capital

Article Abstract:

The German venture capital market is small compared to the US, but it is starting to gain popularity. Venture capital investments grew by 10% in 1996. Reasons for the growth include a bull market, success in high-risk fields such as biotech and new laws easing restrictions on cashing-out.

Germany, Venture capital

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Adventures with capital: if only Europe could learn from America's success in nurturing new business

Article Abstract:

Venture capitalists have been the driving force behind the spectacular rise of the US computer industry and the growth of other high-tech industries. European venture capitalists have been too cautious in their investments. They need to take more risks, like their US counterparts.

Electronic computers, Computers, Electronic Computer Manufacturing, Editorial, Europe, Small business investment companies

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A really big adventure

Article Abstract:

The interaction between venture capitalists and entrepreneurs explains the rising investment in US high technology firms. Most of the most successful personal-computer and software firms are backed by a small cadre of about 300 venture capitalists.

Management

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