RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 Hispanic-American Venture Capital
JF The Journal of Private Equity
FD Institutional Investor Journals
SP 55
OP 63
DO 10.3905/jpe.2000.319945
VO 3
IS 4
A1 Angel Morales
A1 Javier Saade
YR 2000
UL https://pm-research.com/content/3/4/55.abstract
AB Investment capital is scarce in market sectors originating within and directly serving the rapidly expanding Hispanic-American community. With buying power estimated at well over $200 billion, and expected to approach $520 billion by 2020, this is a sector with unique characteristics and tremendous potential that deserves special consideration. Companies with a clearly Hispanic focus can thrive within a community that takes pride in its distinct cultural heritage, but a dearth of start-up funding makes the task of launching such an enterprise daunting. The authors discuss the need for Latino-focused early-stage venture capital and propose that a dedicated "Latino incubato"may provide the best solution.