Private Equity and Venture Capital Transactions Fundamentals

Summary

This practice note discusses fundamental aspects of a private equity and venture capital transaction, in which a fund invests in and acquires equity ownership in a private company, typically in a high-growth stage issuer. It includes a description of the various structures for such transactions, including PIPE transactions and co-investments, as well as key considerations when forming each structure. In addition, this practice note provides a summary of industry-specific considerations and recent developments in this area.