In whose interests?

Article Abstract:

There are potential conflicts of interest involved in management buyouts, and this leads to questions about the accountability of venture capitalists. Stock flotations may be supported by management and venture capitalists if the company's stock price has risen, but management may prefer to wait if the company has not performed so well. Venture capitalists also have to retain investors' goodwill in order to raise new funds. Legal agreements and rules regulate the operations of venture capitalists, who also rely on management and investors.

Economic aspects, Management buyouts

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Ventured and gained

Article Abstract:

UK venture capital investment rose by 28% to 3.2 billion pounds sterling in 1996 and UK venture capital investment accounts for some 50% of the European total. Venture capital deals that receive publicity tend to be management buyouts and buy-ins. Other activities include financing expansion. Venture capital companies tend to seek high rates of return which is usually obtained from capital gains rather than cash flow. Venture capital companies are stockholders and take risks which are the reason for the high returns they seek.

Finance, Corporations, Corporate finance

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Venture capital trusts - unmasking the managers

Article Abstract:

United Kingdom venture capital trusts can offer high rewards, though they also represent high risk levels. There is a range of funds for investors to choose from, and they include funds investing in traded stocks and funds involved in pure venture capital projects. Murray VCT 3 is from Murray Johnstone which has long-term experience in this market and which also has good advisers. British Smaller Companies VCT has a good track record, with Yorkshire Fund Managers as the adviser.

Investment companies

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