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Taxes on private equity partners are equitable, fair, Private Equity Council chairman tells Congress
WASHINGTON, DC, September 6, 2007 — The investment profits of private equity firms are fairly taxed as long-term capital gains because private equity partners act as owners, not…
Private equity strengthens American companies with capabilities, clarity, culture and capital
WASHINGTON, DC, September 5, 2007 — Three iconic American companies — quick-service legend Burger King, financial software innovator SunGard and automotive parts pioneer AutoZone — provide compelling case…
PEC testimony before the Senate Finance Committee
Testimony of Bruce Rosenblum Chairman of the Board, The Private Equity Council Before the Senate Finance Committee Washington, DC July 31, 2007 Mr. Chairman and members of the…Read more about PEC testimony before the Senate Finance Committee
Raising taxes on private equity investments could hurt U.S. companies and competitiveness, PEC tells Congress
WASHINGTON, DC, July 31, 2007 — Raising taxes on the private equity investment industry by 130 percent could reduce investments in companies, lower returns for pension funds and…
New Private Equity Council white paper details PE’s role in driving economic growth and investment
WASHINGTON, DC, July 11, 2007 — Private equity is an integral part of the American economy that significantly strengthens companies and contributes hundreds of billions of dollars in…
Private Equity and Carried Interest – House
Raising Taxes on Private Equity: Anti-Growth, Anti-Competitive, Anti-Capital Legislation approved November 9, 2007 by the House of Representatives would impose a 130% tax increase on private equity funds,…