Private Equity 101

Private equity explained. Learn how to unlock your portfolio's potential.

Learn the basics

What is private equity?

The definition of the asset class as well as its main characteristics.

11 mins

Why invest in private equity?

Not only higher returns and diversification. All the arguments for investing in private equity.

8 mins

How does private equity work?

What happens at each point in a fund’s life, why and what that means for investors.

17 mins

How to build a diversified portfolio

From identifying the most suitable private markets strategy to ongoing monitoring of your portfolio

17 mins

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Explore strategies

Buyout

Control investments in mature companies

3 mins

Growth Equity

Minority investments in growth stage companies

2 mins

Venture Capital

Minority investments in early stage companies

4 mins

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About Moonfare

Moonfare is leading a new era of private equity investing by opening the door to higher returns for more people. We are building the world's most engaged investor community to inspire investments that drive the world forward.

Important information

Moonfare does not make investment recommendations and no communication, through this website or otherwise should be construed as a recommendation of any security. Alternative investments in private placements are highly illiquid, speculative, and involve a high degree of risk. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Investors may not get back their money originally invested and those who cannot afford to lose their entire investment should not invest. Prior to investing, carefully consider the respective fund documentation for details about potential risks, charges, and expenses. The value of an investment may go down as well as up. An investment in a private equity ("PE") fund or investment vehicle is not the same as a deposit with a banking institution. Investors receive illiquid and/or restricted membership interests that may be subject to holding period requirements and/or liquidity concerns. Investors who cannot hold an investment for the long term (at least 10 years) should not invest. In the most sensible investment strategy for PE investing, PE should only be part of your overall investment portfolio. The PE portion of your portfolio may include a balanced portfolio of different PE funds. For additional information, including Moonfare's affiliates, please see here.

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