Watch for Private Equity Inflows into Pioneer Markets to Grow Further in 2013

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Emerging and pioneer markets are beginning to shine in the world of private equity. Among the BRIC countries, Brazil had a very strong year in 2012, while India and China fell back. However, other areas — from Africa to Latin … Continue reading 

Watch for Private Equity in 2013 to Mirror 2012

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Private Equity held its own during 2012 in a volatile year for the world economy. Funding for the industry was up slightly, while the number of actual deals dropped a bit below 2011 levels and exits were down. With merger … Continue reading 

The Private Equity Landscape in Colombia

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A decade ago, Colombia was struggling with political and social instability, a weak economy and widespread violence. With foreign direct investment (FDI) hovering around US$2 billion from 1999 until 2003, it was clear that the international financial community was not … Continue reading 

Private Equity in Brazil: ‘The Music Hasn’t Stopped’

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According to data provided by the Emerging Markets Private Equity Association (EMPEA), Brazil’s PE industry in 2011 raised a record US$7.1 billion, or 18% of the new capital committed to emerging markets. Of this total, it invested US$2.5 billion across … Continue reading 

Impact Investing’s Next Hurdle: Better Networking

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Tess Mateo is a matchmaker. Her job is to interest private investors in projects throughout the world that will improve the quality of life for people and protect the environment. It is not unusual for her to touch down on … Continue reading 

Private Equity – Holding Steady, Readying a Growth Stage

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After a lackluster first half, private equity broke out stronger in the third quarter, fueled largely by corporate America’s shedding of some large, non-core assets. Expect this trend to continue in the months ahead, with most deals in the middle … Continue reading 

Private Equity in India Finds Opportunity in Adversity

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Private equity (PE) in India is facing problems because of unclear and changing regulations, and the lack of exit routes. At the same time, many are turning to PE funds because other sources of finance have dried up. This year … Continue reading 

European and Spanish Private Equity Firms Take Shelter in Latin America

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Over the past two decades, Spain has become one of the favorite markets for private equity (PE) firms. For example, global investment firm 3i, based in the U.K., has made Spain its second largest investment platform. Investment funds have focused … Continue reading 

Private Equity’s Growing Appetite for India’s Restaurant Industry

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The Specialty Restaurants Ltd. initial public offering (IPO) in May this year was a landmark event for more than one reason. It was the first Indian restaurant company to go public. (Jubilant Foodworks, another listed entity, is a franchisee for … Continue reading 

2012 Wharton Private Equity Review: Uncovering Value

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Tough economic conditions in Europe and the United States, stiffer competition and tight credit continue to tamp down growth in the private equity (PE) industry. But successful firms are still uncovering opportunities. Today, that often involves longer-term investments with a focus on bringing new talent to under-managed portfolio companies. More PE firms are also looking to Asia for opportunities, including investments in small- and medium-sized enterprises. In this special report, based on the 2012 Wharton Private Equity and Venture Capital Conference, as well as additional research, Knowledge@Wharton looks at new directions in PE.