The Argentum Nordic Quarterly Analysis Q2 2010 is now available and gives an overview of events and trends in the Nordic market during the second quarter of 2010. 

Analysis is based on our Market Database which tracks over 150 funds and close to 5000 companies in the Nordic region. The Market Database is updated daily with the latest reported deals and transactions. 

Summary of Argentum Nordic Quarterly Analysis Q2 2010:

• Total investment levels soared in the second quarter and also the buyout segment saw a revival of buyout activity.

• The Nordic market is also outperforming the European market in terms of investment activity.

• Average transactions sizes remain historically low. The venture market thus far in 2010 has been characterized by smaller, often government-backed venture and seed transactions.

• There is still a strong secondary trend with 18 percent of all exits in this quarter falling into the secondary transaction category - a trend which is mirrored internationally, as well as in Europe.

• The long anticipated return of the IPO markets finally occurred in the second quarter with three Nordic companies listing on Nordic stock exchanges.

• Despite a slow start to the year, Nordic fundraising activity has picked up and so far in 2010 the majority of fundraising has been done in the second quarter.

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