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Abstract

This case is designed to illustrate the methods used by private equity investors in evaluating the value of market opportunities. The protagonist, a private equity partner, must determine the market viability of an investment offered to his firm. The potential investment is in a retail firm that specialises in plus-size African-American and Hispanic women. Issues such as niche marketing, urban development and the challenge of evaluating market potential are raised by this case.

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Abstract

This case is designed to illustrate the methods used by private equity investors in evaluating the value of market opportunities. The protagonist, a private equity partner, must determine the market viability of an investment offered to his firm. The potential investment is in a retail firm that specialises in plus-size African-American and Hispanic women. Issues such as niche marketing, urban development and the challenge of evaluating market potential are raised by this case.

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