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Reports on the formation of a fund by the Private Equity Partners Inc. aimed specifically for direct equity investments to middle market companies in Southern States. Private Equity's Scott Kleberg's comment about the fund; Initial closing of the fund on July 1, 1996.

Presents statistical information on the slow sales and increase expenses reported by small businesses in the southern states during the first quarter of 1997. Total expenses posted by small businesses; What most increases in expenses could be attributed to; Details on a survey conducted.