In this study we analyze the risks and perils arising from LBO transactions, in order to consider the impact of private equity in this category of transactions. From this perspective, focusing attention on 2,450 deals occurred during the period 2002-2011, our study adds to previous literature...

The role of investment banks in M&A operations is analyzed on the basis of empiric evidence. In particular, to point out the variations in the impact of the certification effect which can be ascribed to investment banks, the relationship between the value created for the shareholders in...

Analysing a comprehensive dataset of European going private deals during the period 1998-2007, we explore the post-transaction operating performance of companies gone private and potential variables that can explain this choice. We find these firms' situations improved slightly before going...

Stock returns forecasting is one of the major objectives of financial analysts. Equity Analysts' forecasts, on the other side, are one of the major sources of information used by less informed investors in their asset allocation decisions. Therefore, analysing which major drivers affect time...

Numerous studies have discussed that even if fundamental for innovation and economic growth, SMEs are often financially more constrained than large firms. Therefore, venture capitalists are often the only available sources of financing to small and young companies. Through the analysis of a...