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Private Equity Deal Making: The Psychology Behind the Deal

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There’s no question there are certain predictors in any deal making process that can either enhance or erode the success of a deal. Generally speaking, that’s why the due diligence process is key—both for investors as well as the portfolio companies that they’re acquiring or investing in. And while the due diligence process is largely

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Planting the Seeds: Quebec Sows a Fertile PE Investment Landscape

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By the Canadian Venture Capital and Private Equity Association It’s a strategy that’s worked well for Quebec’s culture sector. For many years, the province has been a major booster of its homegrown arts and entertainment scene. It poured significant resources into building its talent, broadcaster and distribution bases. And given the international and local accolades,

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The IPO Drought: What does it mean for private investors?

By Carolyn Goard, Senior Communications Manager, Canadian Venture Capital and Private Equity Association There’s no doubt the private capital industry has witnessed a decrease in initial public offering (IPO) activity in Canada over the last few years. Pinpointing solid companies to acquire (that will ultimately lead to a listing on a stock exchange) is like