Fund Structure
Tail-End Fund
A fund nearing the end of its life that still holds a few remaining portfolio companies.
A tail-end fund is a venture or private equity fund in its final years that holds a small number of remaining investments. These funds may extend beyond their original 10-year term as they wait for final exits. Managing tail-end funds creates operational overhead for GPs who have moved on to successor funds, leading to a growing secondary market for these positions.
In Practice
A 2012 vintage fund is in year 14 with two remaining portfolio companies. The GP offers existing LPs the option to sell their interests to a secondary buyer or continue holding.
Why It Matters
Tail-end funds create management burden and LP frustration. The growing secondary market for these positions provides liquidity solutions for both GPs and LPs.
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