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Building Relationships Early: Banks in Venture Capital
This paper examines the role of banks in the US venture capital market. The analysis suggests that banks are strategic investors in the venture capital market with investment patterns distinct from independent venture capitalists. It also provides a cautionary note for relying on banks for the development of a venture capital industry.
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The article can be purchased at: http://www.nber.org/papers/W10535