Essays about: "sample of thesis on private equity theory"

Found 5 essays containing the words sample of thesis on private equity theory.

  1. 1. In absence of regulation, what drives motivation? A qualitative study of pro-sustainable behavior in Swedish private equity

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för företagande och ledning

    Author : Magnus Von Perner; Malin Westén; [2020]
    Keywords : Private equity; Motivation; Self-Determination Theory; Sustainability; Change Management;

    Abstract : Through a qualitative study, this thesis aims to describe what motivates individuals who work in private equity firms to engage in pro-sustainable behavior, which refers to performing job-related activities that reduce the negative impact on, for example, the environment or that address other global challenges. The thesis is based on a sample of 15 individuals, out of which nine are part of the top management team or are officially responsible over the corporate sustainability agenda in their firms. READ MORE

  3. 2. LBO Determinants & The Financial Crisis: Evidence from Nordic Public to Private Transactions

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för finansiell ekonomi

    Author : Jacob Hesslevik; Arjun Iyer; [2020]
    Keywords : Financial Sponsors; Leveraged Buyouts; Private Equity; Financial Characteristics; Global Financial Crisis;

    Abstract : The determinants of leveraged buyouts (LBOs) have received a lot of attention in past research after the 1980s LBO boom and mid-2000s takeover wave. This thesis aims to examine the effect of the Great Financial Crisis on the explanatory power of LBO determinants, using 62 Nordic public-to-private transactions from the last two decades. READ MORE

  4. 3. Systematising early evaluation of potential acquisition targets of PE investments : A research model for decision making influenced by information asymmetry

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

    Author : Erik Halvord; Maja Wassén Fagerberg; [2019]
    Keywords : Deal sourcing; M A; private equity; multi criteria decision making; fuzzy set theory; information asymmetry; Leadsgenerering; M A; riskkapital; multi criteria decision making; fuzzy set-teori; informationsasymmetri;

    Abstract : Acquisitions are a major part of the growth and evolution of companies within varying markets. They are conducted under various circumstances with differing aims and rationales, and for different purposes. This thesis focuses on acquisitions carried out by serial investors acting in a private equity market. READ MORE

  5. 4. Private Equity and the Privatization of Public Companies - A Case Study

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Philip Bäckman; Björn Johansson; Gustaf Persson; [2007-08-16T13:10:04Z]
    Keywords : Private Equity; LBO; Buyouts; Swedish Stock Exchange; Value Creation; ;

    Abstract : Due to an increased search for profitable investments in a less volatile world, firms specialized in acquiring companies quoted on a stock exchange have been granted more and more attention by media. These firms, called private equity firms, seek potential target companies where rationalization and efficiency improvements can be achieved by going private. READ MORE

  6. 5. Why are IPOs still attractive : A comparison between going public or staying private

    University essay from IHH, Redovisning och finansiering

    Author : Jens Eriksson; Carl Geijer; [2006]
    Keywords : Finance; Initial Public Offering; IPO; Private Equity; Buy-out; Finansiering; Börsintroduktion; Riskkapital; Buy-out;

    Abstract : Bakgrund: Under de senaste två åren så har svenska Private Equity-bolag ökat sina investeringar signifikant. Enkelheten i att anskaffa kapital, såväl som billig skuldsättningsgrad har lett till en ökad aktivitet från PE-bolagen genom uppköp av marknadsledande bolag med starkt kassaflöde. READ MORE