Private Markets
Direct Investment
Definition
What is Direct Investment?
An investmentAn asset or commitment of money made with the expectation of future income, growth, or both. made into a company or asset rather than through a pooled fund.
Example in practice
How This Looks in Practice
A family officeAn organisation that manages investments and other financial affairs for one or more wealthy families. buys shares directly in a private business.
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