This paper aims at investigating the relationship between firms' profit efficiency, access to finance and innovation … efficiency in order to increase profitability. Among firms that have embarked in product innovation, those in the industry and … help to better understand the link between innovation, financial constraints and efficiency, which goes beyond the idea …

Numerous studies have discussed that even if fundamental for innovation and economic growth, SMEs are often financially … small and young companies. Through the analysis of a database that includes 160 funding deals signed in Italy, we research … applying to SMEs. -- venture capital ; private equity ; innovation ; certification effect ; SMEs …