Analysis

March 11, 2024

Investors tighten control over portfolio companies amid downturn

Consent rights for investors are becoming more common, finds a new report

Amy Lewin

2 min read

When times are good, investors can be pretty hands off with portfolio companies. When times are tough, they like to take much more control.

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Amy Lewin

Amy Lewin is Sifted’s editor and host of Startup Europe — The Sifted Podcast . Follow her on X, LinkedIn and Bluesky

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