In this paper, the characteristics of the relationship between small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and VC and PE investors in Italy are considered. The analysis shows that VCs are more likely to step in for firms that are younger, smaller and more endowed with intangible assets than the average. Additionally, it hints at their positive role when asymmetric information problems are of utmost importance and there is broad scope for adding value.

Financial Constraint to Italian SMS Growth: A Proposed Solution through VC and PE Financing / Pesic, Valerio; V., Capizzi; R., Giovannini. - STAMPA. - (2010), pp. 133-143.

Financial Constraint to Italian SMS Growth: A Proposed Solution through VC and PE Financing

PESIC, Valerio;
2010

Abstract

In this paper, the characteristics of the relationship between small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and VC and PE investors in Italy are considered. The analysis shows that VCs are more likely to step in for firms that are younger, smaller and more endowed with intangible assets than the average. Additionally, it hints at their positive role when asymmetric information problems are of utmost importance and there is broad scope for adding value.
2010
New Issues in Financial and Credit Markets
9780230275447
Small and Medium Enterprises; Venture Capital; Private Equity
02 Pubblicazione su volume::02a Capitolo o Articolo
Financial Constraint to Italian SMS Growth: A Proposed Solution through VC and PE Financing / Pesic, Valerio; V., Capizzi; R., Giovannini. - STAMPA. - (2010), pp. 133-143.
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