The value of public equity retired by LBOs has accounted for almost one-third of the total retired from total mergers and is at its highest level since the boom in the late 1980s. Many signs point to a continuation of this high pace of equity retirements. Valuations for many firms appear attractive to private equity sponsors.
The development of this sector is, therefore, crucial in generating significant levels of employment across the country, more so since we have a large young and educated population which is on lookout for employment. MSME – significance beyond job creation 4. While job creation is certainly critical, small businesses play a far greater role than just providing employment.