With a private equity placement the business's equity is sold in public equity markets, but the transaction is handled by a private investment banker.

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With a private equity placement, the business's equity is sold to private investors, not in public equity markets. The transaction is handled by a private investment banker or placement agent, but it is not publicized or offered to the general public.

With a Private Equity Placement the Business's Equity Is Sold