UK - Survey of SMEs finds CEOs optimistic about private equity

A survey has revealed that CEOs and MDs of companies with turnovers between ТЃ10-100m are feeling optimistic about their relationship with private equity and their expectations for growth. 71% of those questioned felt that private equity backers set realistic targets т€“ a far higher percentage than for bankers (45%) or business angels (43%), according to the survey commissioned by Bowmark Capital.