Dr. Stuart Makowski, WEC-SG (PO)’s Post

Moving into 2024, many of the macro factors that dampened Private Equity dealmaking activity persist, but my colleague Mark Veldon explains why several factors point to the market bouncing back within 12 months. An industry-wide reality check for PE should set the wheels in motion to turn a vicious deal dampening circle into a virtuous dealmaking one. Yet despite opportunities on the horizon, firms must make the right moves to succeed on the road to recovery. Learn Mark’s key factors in navigating this evolving landscape:

Moving into 2024, many of the macro factors that dampened Private Equity dealmaking activity persist, but my colleague Mark Veldon explains why several factors point to the market bouncing back within 12 months. An industry-wide reality check for PE should set the wheels in motion to turn a vicious deal dampening circle into a virtuous dealmaking one. Yet despite opportunities on the horizon, firms must make the right moves to succeed on the road to recovery. Learn Mark’s key factors in navigating this evolving landscape:

Moving into 2024, many of the macro factors that dampened Private Equity dealmaking activity persist, but my colleague Mark Veldon explains why several factors point to the market bouncing back within 12 months. An industry-wide reality check for PE should set the wheels in motion to turn a vicious deal dampening circle into a virtuous dealmaking one. Yet despite opportunities on the horizon, firms must make the right moves to succeed on the road to recovery. Learn Mark’s key factors in navigating this evolving landscape:

Moving into 2024, many of the macro factors that dampened Private Equity dealmaking activity persist, but my colleague Mark Veldon explains why several factors point to the market bouncing back within 12 months. An industry-wide reality check for PE should set the wheels in motion to turn a vicious deal dampening circle into a virtuous dealmaking one. Yet despite opportunities on the horizon, firms must make the right moves to succeed on the road to recovery. Learn Mark’s key factors in navigating this evolving landscape:

Moving into 2024, many of the macro factors that dampened Private Equity dealmaking activity persist, but my colleague Mark Veldon explains why several factors point to the market bouncing back within 12 months. An industry-wide reality check for PE should set the wheels in motion to turn a vicious deal dampening circle into a virtuous dealmaking one. Yet despite opportunities on the horizon, firms must make the right moves to succeed on the road to recovery. Learn Mark’s key factors in navigating this evolving landscape:

Moving into 2024, many of the macro factors that dampened Private Equity dealmaking activity persist, but my colleague Mark Veldon explains why several factors point to the market bouncing back within 12 months. An industry-wide reality check for PE should set the wheels in motion to turn a vicious deal dampening circle into a virtuous dealmaking one. Yet despite opportunities on the horizon, firms must make the right moves to succeed on the road to recovery. Learn Mark’s key factors in navigating this evolving landscape:

Investors seeking high-yield ventures or a business looking to fuel growth through private equity partnerships should prepare for opportunities in 2024. Now is the time to be proactive and strategic. 💼💡 Learn how PE firms can take advantage of 2024 trends.

This is really interesting and critical for those of us in Europe. American PE has been a prime investor in our companies, demanding a return that has pain for many but forces some efficiencies. However, with the European economy unlikely to follow the US and rather follow a low growth path where will this capital be deployed. Will funds be willing to accept a likely lower return, or will they (as they already do of course) look further afield with greater risk and return? I know a lot of people believe UK companies are undervalued and this capital is heading our way. I’m really not sure I agree with this line, but only time will tell. For clairity, I work in a PE backed firm which wouldn’t be what it is, or wants to be, without that (and its previous) investor.

The article delves into the obstacles currently being encountered by private equity firms as a result of a decline in deal-making activities. In the midst of ongoing uncertainty in the global economy, private equity firms are encountering difficulties in divesting investments, leading to a high level of unsold assets. This decrease in deal-making is significantly impacting the private equity sector, with firms struggling to locate buyers for their investments and consequently seeing a rise in the value of unsold assets, posing a potential risk for investors. The article mentions various factors contributing to the slowdown in deal-making activities, including economic uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, and regulatory adjustments. By exploring these underlying factors, a better comprehension of the challenges faced by private equity firms can be attained. In addition, the article points out that the dearth of deal activity is not only affecting the financial performance of private equity firms but also impeding their ability to raise fresh funds. With an increasing number of unsold assets on their balance sheets, these firms are under pressure to identify suitable buyers to unlock value and produce returns for their investors. Furthermore, the article underlines the significance of strategic decision-making and proficient deal execution in navigating these tumultuous times. It sheds light on the challenges confronting the private equity industry firms should seek ways to surmount these obstacles in order to generate returns for their investors. Via Financial Times #PrivateEquity #DealMaking #Investing #FinancialNews

Investors seeking high-yield ventures or a business looking to fuel growth through private equity partnerships should prepare for opportunities in 2024. Now is the time to be proactive and strategic. 💼💡 Learn how PE firms can take advantage of 2024 trends.