This term paper is split into five chapters. After the introduction, the theoretical framework of small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and private equity (PE) is elaborated. Besides the explanatory definition of PE, an overview of PE types and the roles in PE investments is provided. Chapter three emphasizes the process of PE investments and their characteristics from the planning stage to exit strategies. Before the conclusion, opportunities and threats for SMEs and investors in PE investments are derived in section four.
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1 Introduction
1.1 Problem Statement
1.2 Scope of Work
2 Theoretical principles
2.1 Small- and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
2.2 Private Equity
2.2.1 Types of PE
2.2.2 Roles in private equity investments
3 Private Equity Investments in SMEs
3.1 Selecting
3.2 Structuring
3.3 Monitoring
3.4 Exiting
3.4.1 IPO
3.4.2 Trade Sale
3.4.3 Buy Back
3.4.4 Secondary Sale
4 Critical Analysis
4.1 Opportunities and Risks for SMEs
4.2 Opportunities and Risks for PE firms
5 Conclusion
Bibliography
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