How Private Markets Are Changing the Way We Invest

Private market investments, particularly in Europe’s SME sector, offer a wealth of opportunities for high-net-worth individuals and institutional investors seeking to diversify their portfolios. With an emphasis on raising capital, mergers, and acquisitions, these ventures target small to mid-sized enterprises in industries like manufacturing and international trade. By leveraging strategic government partnerships and investor relations, private equity firms can secure funding, drive growth, and deliver significant returns. The evolving landscape requires a deep understanding of regional opportunities, analytics-driven approaches, and innovative capital strategies to maximize investment opportunities.


Meet Mirco Coccoli
Mirco Coccoli is the founding partner of MPD Partners, where he combines his background in high-energy physics and quantitative portfolio management to lead innovative private equity strategies. With expertise spanning equity funds, mergers, and acquisitions, Mirco focuses on helping investors capitalize on emerging opportunities in the private market landscape. Learn more about his work at https://www.mpdpartners.ch/ and connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mirco-coccoli-aa14811/.


Timestamps:
0:00 – Introduction to Private and Government Capital Raising with Mirco Coccoli
2:08 – Mirco’s Background: Transitioning from Physics to Private Equity
5:13 – The Analytical Approach in Finance: Importance of Analysis in Deals
8:43 – Evolution of Private Equity: From Deals at the Bar to Data-Driven Decisions
12:03 – Market Efficiency and the Shift to Analyst-Driven Private Equity
15:20 – Investor Sentiment in Different Market Conditions
18:42 – Mirco’s Focus: Small to Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Private Equity
21:49 – Government Funding for Economic Development: Attracting Investments
24:22 – Using Government Capital to Reduce Investment Risk
27:02 – Combining Private Investors, Institutional Investors, and Government Support
29:49 – Funding Models: Equity, Convertible Debt, and Real Estate Refurbishment
31:14 – Creative Financing: Merging Analytical Rigor with Innovative Solutions
32:51 – How to Reach Mirco Coccoli and Learn More About His Work


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