After 20 years shaping one of the few successful captive buyout operations, the man who said “sod this” to an education is stepping down at Barclays Private Equity.
Tuesday, 29th April 2008
HEALTHCARE
Easy returns from healthcare businesses are history. With sky-high pricing, investors are digging ever deeper to find the right deal.
Soaring multiples in the healthcare sector have aroused the interest of all types of buyers. Private equity must now compete for deals with some unconventional investors.
A top-quality management team is crucial for maintaining a care homes business, but finding the best people is getting harder.
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