About private equity

Private equity investments are an important source of capital for new and emerging firms, distressed firms, and both private and public firms in need of capital. This working capital can be used to nurture expansion, new product development, or restructuring of the company's operations, management, or ownership 

Investments are generally made by a private equity sponsor, a venture capital player or an angel investor and each will have its own goals, preferences and investment strategies. Among the most common investment strategies in private equity are: leveraged buyouts, venture capital, growth capital, distressed investments and mezzanine capital.

Private equity investors, which include professional venture and buyout funds, institutional investors and high net worth individuals, are often able to provide capital in situations where traditional lenders lack the necessary expertise. Private equity can bring benefits through a company's entirety as investors provide a valuable intellectual and business resource through their expertise and experience.