RT Journal Article SR Electronic T1 Private Equity Performance: A Literature Review JF The Journal of Private Equity FD Institutional Investor Journals SP 76 OP 88 DO 10.3905/jpe.2016.19.3.076 VO 19 IS 3 A1 Raviraj Karmvir Gohil A1 Vijay Vyas YR 2016 UL https://pm-research.com/content/19/3/76.abstract AB In this article, we review the literature on the performance of private equity funds, venture capital funds, fund of funds, buyouts, and reverse buyout funds. We also examine the factors driving performance persistence in private equity funds and in buyout funds. Finally, we describe recent findings on the factors driving private equity returns and review the recent literature related to performance assessment of private equity funds.TOPICS: Private equity, performance measurement