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Growth Equity: The Child Prodigy of Private Equity and Venture Capital, or an Artifact of Easy Money?

Mergers and Inquisitions

Others would counter that growth equity’s rapid ascent was mostly due to the easy money that persisted between 2008 and 2021. Many of these firms use debt to fund deals, and they complete bolt-on acquisitions for portfolio companies. Most of these firms started out doing early-stage VC deals and still invest across all company stages.

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How do I structure the sale of my software company to minimize taxes?

iMerge Advisors

Strategic buyers, in particular, will pay more for companies that offer a competitive edge or fill a gap in their portfolio. As of early 2024, private software company valuations have moderated from the 2021 peak but remain healthy. Do you have defensible IP or a unique go-to-market strategy? What Are the Current Valuation Multiples?

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Growth Equity Interview Questions: Full List, Answers, and Differences vs. Venture Capital and Private Equity

Mergers and Inquisitions

Growth Equity Interview Questions: Markets & Investments These questions could span a huge range because they could ask you about anything from the current fundraising environment to the IPO and M&A markets to specific markets their portfolio companies operate in. Q: Which portfolio company of ours would you have invested in?