Topic
Financing
Equity and debt, public funding, guarantee banks, vendor loans and earn-outs — how succession and acquisition processes in the Mittelstand are actually financed.

Supporting Business Succession: The Government Is Also Stepping In to Help
The transition to self-employment usually requires a substantial amount of start-up capital, especially in the case of business succession. Grants for new entrepreneurs help future business owners secure financing.
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Financing for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses Without a Bank
Without capital, a company cannot grow. However, growth is necessary for a company to develop further, keep pace with competitors, and, ideally, move into the black on a long-term basis. Companies have various options for financing their projects.

Family-Owned Businesses: Overcoming Investment Bottlenecks with External Shareholders
Private-equity investors are increasingly interested in investing in family-owned businesses. They can help family-owned businesses that want to sell shares to invest more heavily thanks to their new financial strength.