
PRINT THIS PAGE The vintage years ahead12/06/2002. Source: AIG Global Investment Corp. Rajveer Ranawat 
The next few years are likely to be good vintage for private equity in Europe and a valuable source of diversification for institutional investors, says Rajveer Ranawat at AIG Global Investment Corp. However, it is still critical to select private equity fund managers in a way that maximises the upside potential that the asset class presents and minimises the inherent downside risks in this business.
It is essential that investors considering this asset class look at management talent and track record before making any commitment.
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