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Guy Fraser-Sampson - Private Equity as an Asset Class - 9780470661383 - V9780470661383
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Private Equity as an Asset Class

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Description for Private Equity as an Asset Class Hardcover. Unfairly reviled, and much misunderstood, private equity differs from all other asset classes in various important respects, not least the way in which its fund mechanisms operate, and the way in which its returns are recorded and analysed. Series: Wiley Finance Series. Num Pages: 280 pages, ill. BIC Classification: KFFM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 250 x 175 x 240. Weight in Grams: 640.
Unfairly reviled, and much misunderstood, private equity differs from all other asset classes in various important respects, not least the way in which its fund mechanisms operate, and the way in which its returns are recorded and analysed. Sadly, high level asset allocation decisions are frequently made on the basis of prejudice and misinformation, rather than a proper appreciation of the facts.

Guy Fraser-Sampson draws upon more than twenty years of experience of the private equity industry to provide a practical guide to mastering the intricacies of this highly specialist asset class. Aimed equally at investors, professionals and business ... Read more

Rapid and significant changes in the environment during the recent financial crisis have prompted the need for a new edition. Separate chapters have been added on growth and development capital, as well as secondary investing. Newly emergent issues are considered, such as lengthening holding periods and the possible threat of declining returns. Particular problems, such as the need to distinguish between private equity and hedge funds, are addressed. The glossary has also been expanded. In short, readers will find that this new edition takes their understanding of the asset class to new heights.

Key points include:

  • A glossary of private equity terms
  • Venture capital
  • Buyout
  • Growth capital
  • Development capital
  • Secondary investing
  • Understanding private equity returns
  • Analysing funds and returns
  • How to plan a fund investment programme
  • Detailed discussion of industry performance figures
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Product Details

Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Number of pages
280
Condition
New
Series
Wiley Finance Series
Number of Pages
288
Place of Publication
New York, United States
ISBN
9780470661383
SKU
V9780470661383
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 7 to 11 working days
Ref
99-50

About Guy Fraser-Sampson
About the author GUY FRASER-SAMPSON has over twenty years’ experience of the private equity industry, most notably having set up and run for several years the European operations of Horsley Bridge. As a partner in the firm, and Managing Director of Horsley Bridge International, he had a unique opportunity to interact simultaneously with private equity managers from all ... Read more

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