Private Markets
Capital Call
Definition
What is Capital Call?
A request by a private fund for investors to contribute part of their committed capitalThe total amount an investor agrees to provide to a private fund when called..
Example in practice
How This Looks in Practice
The fund calls 20% of commitments to complete an acquisitionThe purchase of control or ownership of a company or business..
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