Summary
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Venture Capital is a form of financing provided by wealthy investors, investment banks and other financial institutions to start-ups and small- to medium-sized enterprises with strong growth potential in exchange of private equity stakes. These investors are also known as venture capitalists. With the rise of start-ups and small ventures, the market of venture capitalist and the interest of people in venture capitalism are also increasing. The valuation of the firms done by the venture capitalist at the beginning is not just a betting game. It is a thorough research done using different strategies and computing formulas. Venture Capital Investments gives a fundamental understanding of various aspects of venture capital covering the nature of investments, deal evaluation, structure, economics and fundraising. It discusses the challenges a venture capitalist faces right from raising funds to evaluating a potential deal and exit valuation. The book begins by covering the difference between the private market and the public market. Finally, it discusses fund economics and fund structure in venture capital firms. The book will be a helpful read for entrepreneurs who want to get into the shoes of a venture capitalist and understand how they valuate a firm or a start-up. It will also be an informative read for the aspiring venture capitalists who are interested to enter the venture capital market.
Venture Capital Industry
Venture Capital Industry
The VC industry is a key ingredient for global as well as country-wise economic growth. The general objectives of the venture capitalists are to generate capital gains that come as a result of high returns from the development of a portfolio.1 Typically, this involves providing equity at an early age of the business to accelerate economic growth and development. To achieve this goal, the firms involved in VC ensure that there is a constant flow of capital, advice and other critical conditions that are needed in a country. Companies that meet the minimum conditions to receive VC plays an important role in the development of the region where they are located by supporting the growth of jobs as ...