#private-equity

#private-equity

President Donald Trump has issued an executive order allowing regular investors to gamble money in the private markets, potentially leading to a financial crisis that harms the general public.

President Trump is making moves to ease regulations on using retirement savings for investments in cryptocurrencies, private equity, and other non-traditional assets.

Trump's new executive order will direct the Department of Labor to reevaluate existing rule interpretations and propose regulatory changes for retirement fund investments into alternative assets.

"Private equity kind of always gets what it wants in Congress, but I think it's a bad idea. It's illiquid, the fees are very high. Private equity funds, for the most part, don't beat the stock market."

In the first half of 2025, there were only nine partner moves for New York private equity partners—less than 50% of the 2024 total, indicating cautious hiring.

Wood recalled the harrowing incident-and how she bounced back, ultimately scoring an offer and igniting her career.

The news today that Canadian telecom and broadband provider BCE has completed its acquisition of Ziply Fiber marks the first instance of a private equity firm cashing out on a telecom and broadband investment.

Consultants possess unique strategic and operational expertise that can provide significant advantages when evaluating and investing in private equity opportunities. Their analytical skills and industry knowledge create a foundation for making informed investment decisions.

The global deathcare industry is presently $147 billion, with a CAGR of 6.1%, and a 2030 target of $209.6 billion, reflecting growing demand due to demographic shifts.

Fundraising in private equity has shifted, requiring firms to intensify their efforts to attract investors due to declining returns and saturated allocations to buyout funds.

Today, small-business lifeblood is being squeezed by private equity firms that target local businesses to eliminate competitors, control markets, and raise prices.

Diamond Baseball Holdings, supported by private equity firm Silver Lake, has acquired 45 Minor League Baseball teams since late 2021, controlling over 35 percent of all MiLB teams in the U.S.

Lloyd Howell Jr. serves as a paid consultant for The Carlyle Group, a select group of league-approved private equity firms seeking minority ownership in NFL franchises.

Public equity markets are currently undergoing significant structural changes globally due to the rise of private capital, the growth of passive investing, and the dominance of US markets.

Almost a quarter of all foster places in England are now provided by private equity-backed companies, leading to millions in profits at the expense of vulnerable children.

Palmer and Coburn launched Capitol Meridian Partners during COVID-19, focusing on investments that protect U.S. military personnel, amidst a shut-down world.

The UK is on pace for its busiest year of takeovers since 2021, with £74 billion in bids tabled for British companies in the first six months of 2025.

Business owners often focus solely on growth, seeking more customers and revenue. In contrast, private equity investors prioritize capital efficiency, asking where to best allocate resources.

In a tougher macro climate, investors are prioritising quality over quantity - backing businesses with stability, fantastic leadership, and clear growth potential.

JPMorgan's Jamie Dimon criticized private equity's recruitment of junior bankers, prompting Apollo and General Atlantic to announce they will cease this practice for new hires.

Recent announcements by JPMorgan and Apollo to slow down early recruitment of junior bankers are creating significant disruptions in the finance career landscape.

The buying and selling of secondhand shares of private funds, known broadly as secondary investing, soared to a record $160 billion last year.

Private equity firms are, more than many other types of investors, laser-focused on maximizing their cash flow, often trying to double or triple their investment over a relatively short period of time.

The Dutch Private Equity and Venture Capital Association, NVP, reports €1.2B invested in startups in 2024, maintaining 2023 levels despite fewer investment deals.

Despite recent market challenges, we are on a good run-rate and have closed nine UK deals across a range of sectors in recent months.