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International funds tap into local know-how

Series: EuroProperty ; March 2001, 22-24(3)Publication details: 2001Subject(s): Summary: Discusses a growing trend among international fund managers to invest in small operating buinesses across Europe. This enables the former to gain exposure to niche property sectors or target markets, by utilising the expertise of the local operating firm. Describes the experiences of some fund managers that have invested in operating businesses, and provides a listing of selected investments into operating companies. Notes that question marks remain over the exit strategy.

Discusses a growing trend among international fund managers to invest in small operating buinesses across Europe. This enables the former to gain exposure to niche property sectors or target markets, by utilising the expertise of the local operating firm. Describes the experiences of some fund managers that have invested in operating businesses, and provides a listing of selected investments into operating companies. Notes that question marks remain over the exit strategy.