RT Journal Article SR Electronic T1 New Realities in Private Equity JF The Journal of Private Equity FD Institutional Investor Journals SP 74 OP 79 DO 10.3905/jpe.2001.320002 VO 5 IS 1 A1 Thomas H. Kieren YR 2001 UL https://pm-research.com/content/5/1/74.abstract AB A survey of private equity firms specializing in the leveraged buy-out arena queried respondents about their practices regarding portfolio planning, due diligence investigations, management practices, and portfolio performance. About 100 representatives, primarily managing directors of their firms, responded with insightful comments that give shape to the shifting status of this dynamic industry.