Developing the underdeveloped
Article Abstract:
The Spanish buyout market is one of the smallest in Europe, with less than 22 deals being completed in 1997. The largest transaction was the 26.9 million pounds sterling sale of coffee manufacturer Seda to Iber and Pai. Venture capitalists share of investments fell from 15% of the market in 1994 and 1995 to 6.1% in 1996. Buyout investments fell from 15.4 million pounds sterling in 1995 to 7.1 million pounds sterling in 1996. The Portuguese buyout market reached 100 million pounds sterling in value in 1996, down from 215 million pound sterling in 1994.
Publication Name: Acquisitions Monthly
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0952-3618
Year: 1998
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Extensive funds available for investment
Article Abstract:
In 1997, the value of the Spanish buyout market grew to 217 million pounds sterling, from 160 million pounds in 1996. The number of deals rose to 19, from 11. The 6.8 billion Peseta buyout of coffee company ranked among Spain's largest deals in 1997, along with the Pta7.5 billion buyout of frozen dough firm Frida Alimentaria. The market is expected to do well again in 1998, with a number of large deals already completed in the first six months. An overview of the Portuguese buyout market is also included.
Publication Name: Acquisitions Monthly
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0952-3618
Year: 1998
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Significant growth in the French market
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France has been the largest European buyout market in terms of transactions since 1988. It was also the largest market in terms of value until it was overtaken by Germany in 1996. Family deals or divestments make up the majority of French buyout transactions. Exit markets recorded increased activity during the 1990s, with the 210 million pounds sterling buyout of Sicli in May 1996 one of the largest. The French government has introduced a series of reforms to help the investment market.
Publication Name: Acquisitions Monthly
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0952-3618
Year: 1998
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