An explanatory study of private equity and venture capital in an emerging economy.

The private equity and venture capital industry began in the U.S. and then extended worldwide. As it expanded into other markets, there was a deliberate effort to duplicate U.S. industry practices. It is argued that private equity PE/VCcan be considered one of the most effective ways of promoting small and medium enterprises and the economic growth of a nation. However, the success of the PE/VC industry does not occur incidentally, especially in developing countries. This article shows how PE/VC operates in one emerging economy, namely, Egypt. The article concludes with a discussion of the implications for research.