Who would buy a second-hand car without examining it? Who would have purchased a Hyundai Excel in the US in the 90’s ? Which investor would purchase a business without knowing it inside out? Why investors buy presale making loss companies stock? Why profitable companies distribute dividends? Asymmetric Information and Signal examples All the above relates to the so-called asymmetric information where one party has more or better information than the other when taking decision

How to use business management information to drive and measure growth Small to Medium Enterprises are quite exposed to the changes in the external environment. In the earlier phases of their business life cycle and before maturity, SMEs fight for their survivals; some little mistakes and wrong decisions can result in devastating consequences on their going concern. In this scenario, during the growth stage even if the managers are experiencing profits and increasing sales, s

The proliferation of Automation & Robotics within the financial services sector attracts obvious attention, especially from those interested in disruptive innovations. Mario d’Aragona is the Managing Partner at TML Venture Ltd and supports companies in finding tailor-made investment solutions. His industry focus is on renewable technology, energy and food companies. He is a seasoned finance executive who serves as CFO for fire & security, food, energy and clean-tech global co

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It is clearly amazing how profitable it can be to invest into a niche industry. Here is a good example from the world of professional audio. When Electra Partners recently sold Audiotonix, the professional audio group encompassing DiGiCo, Calrec and Allen & Heath to the French investor Astorg, the value of the deal was $254 million. Back when Electra Partners initially acquired Allen & Heath in 2013 the value was £42 million. They then acquired Calrec in 2014 and merged the

Making the right choices means for me not only to understand the numbers but the business process behind the numbers. This is why investors

Isn't it often the case that you as an investor reach a dead end with an investee desipte the fact that the numbers are promising? Reaso

It can help a company a lot, if they have a filter before they disclose details to investors. In our meeting we could advice what kind of in

In this case they - once asked - could outline a clear plan how they want to invest the money and what the benefits are. They are planning t

How can this be archieved? Transparency: Make your expectations cristal clear. Focus: Only talk about what is needed. Know how to dance: