PRINT THIS PAGE Beating the buy-out paradox
14/08/2002. Source:Glencoe Capital. David S Evans
The buy-out landscape has changed dramatically in recent years as the industry has seen a return to a greater discipline in pricing and valuation. David S Evans of Glencoe Capital presents an overview of the current characteristics of the buy-out market and what needs to be done to drive the market forward.
Success for the buy-out market will depend on a number of factors - none more prevalent than operational engineering and strategic refocusing from the buy-out firms themselves. The middle market is also likely to produce the greatest opportunities as it offers optimum risk/return characteristics.
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David S Evans is chairman of Glencoe Capital.
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