Limited Partners' Perceptions of the Central Eastern European Venture Capital and Private Equity Market
33 Pages Posted: 16 Dec 2008
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Limited Partners' Perceptions of the Central Eastern European Venture Capital and Private Equity Market
Limited Partners' Perceptions of the Central Eastern European Venture Capital and Private Equity Market
Date Written: January 7, 2008
Abstract
Growth expectations and institutional settings in Central Eastern Europe are considered favorable for the establishment of a vibrant venture capital and private equity market. Despite this, there is a lack of risk capital. We examine the obstacles to institutional investments in the region through a questionnaire addressed to (potential) limited partners worldwide. The respondents provide information about their perceptions of the region. Protection of property rights is the dominant concern, followed by social criteria such as the belief in the quality of local managers, and the small size and low liquidity of the Central Eastern European capital markets. However, limited partners regard the growth expectations as attractive and those with exposure in Central Eastern Europe are satisfied with the historical risk and return ratio. They have a good knowledge of the region, are attracted by other emerging regions, and appreciate Central Eastern Europe's entrepreneurial opportunities and local general partners. Overall, the region is ranked very favorably compared to other emerging regions, especially with respect to its economic and entrepreneurial activity.
Keywords: Venture Capital, Private Equity, CEE, International Asset Allocation, Institutional Investors
JEL Classification: F3, G23, G24, P2
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