Private Equity Strategies for Brazil’s New Economic Reality
Despite some recent turbulence, the Brazilian economy is showing signs of stabiliz-ing and is poised to resume growth soon. Several factors make the country attrac-tive to private equity (PE) firms looking to diversify in emerging markets. The PE market in Brazil is more mature than those of other developing countries, yet it still has significant room for growth, and several of its industries will expand significantly in the coming years. Nonetheless, to succeed, PE firms will need a clear understanding of the particular attributes of Brazil’s market.
To execute standard aspects of the PE playbook—such as screening potential investments, improving the financial and operational performance of portfolio com-panies to create value, and selling off holdings—PE firms must comprehend the intricacies of the local environment.
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Firms should look beyond conventional targets, revamp the screening process for a slower-growth environment, leave no stone unturned in creating value, bring industry-specific expertise to the table, and protect against economic volatility.