Latin American Investment Activity Strong with Positive Outlook for 2010

New York, April 12, 2010 – Investment activity in Latin America remained strong in 2009 despite an overall decrease in fundraising and deals reported in the region, according to new data released today by the Latin American Venture Capital Association (LAVCA).

In 2009, 163 fund managers reported investments of US$3.27 billion, fundraising of $3.63 billion, and exits of $1.78 billion, representing decreases of 29 percent, 43 percent and 30 percent respectively from 2008.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Maria Bustamante, LAVCA
mbustamante@lavca.org
1.646.315.6737