Strategic Growth Markets - Ernst & Young - Global

Global IPO activity has fallen sharply in Q1 2012. So far, 157 deals has raised only US$14.3b, down 69% by capital raised compared to Q1 2011. This is the lowest quarter since Q2 2009 when there were 82 IPOs worth US$10.4b.

Amid the fragile economic recovery, the venture capital sector is becoming increasingly globalized. Our ninth annual VC report explores this trend and more.

We are ready for every step of the IPO journey – are you? As the market leader in taking companies public, we have been working with high growth businesses around the world for over three decades. Now you can access all of our IPO experience and knowledge in one easy-to-use source.

Participants in the Ernst & Young Entrepreneurial Winning Women Program have seen average annual revenue growth of almost 50% and job growth of more than 25% despite the challenging economy. Learn more about these results and what all women entrepreneurs should know to scale their businesses.

How well do you understand the growing middle class in emerging markets? We explore the capabilities that companies can build to align their businesses with the needs of this demographic.

A strong entrepreneurial culture is the foundation of a dynamic economy. Our report examines what nations can do to incentivize entrepreneurs and create jobs.

What does it take to be a fast-growth company in today’s economy? Our series of essential guides for fast growth companies provides you with information to help transform your growth company into an exceptional enterprise. These guides explore hot topics such as Private equity, Human Capital, Tax and your mobile workforce, Protecting wealth, IFRS, Risk management, Life after an IPO, and Managing capital.