Bridging the Equity Gap for Innovative SMEs

Product Description Explores the idea that Europe's growth problems may be caused by weaknesses in capital markets and in the access to risk capital. It addresses the evaluation of the financial needs and constraints of start-up firms and how these might be bridged. The role of public sector intervention is analyzed, focusing on international best practices. About the Author FABIO BRAGA Senior Analyst, Economic Research Department, Borsa Italiana LUCIANA CANOVI Lecturer in Finance, 'Marco Biagi' Faculty of Economics, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy MASSIMO DEMASIMA Senior Analyst, Industry Analysis and Business Support Department, Borsa Italiana ALESSANDRO G. GRASSO Post-Doctoral Scholar in Market and Financial Intermediaries, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy PAOLA SCHWIZER Professor of Banking, University of Parma, Italy