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Private equity investing is investing into businesses that are not listed on any stock exchange. Privately held companies offer access to sectors and businesses not available through public markets. The focus on active ownership of private equity enables growth, value creation, and sustainable practices for the benefit of investors and society.
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Positive momentum in private equity as deal volumes rise, exits stabilize, and VC recovers.
Investing in private equity
New, smaller investors are entering private markets. We explain some key differences between investing in private versus public equity markets.
Combining public and private equity investments in the same portfolio brings investors the best of both worlds.
There are many ways to invest in private equity. As more investors can now access this asset class, we describe the advantages of co-investing and include some key case studies in Europe.
New empirical research from Schroders Capital reveals that small and mid-sized private equity funds have outperformed large funds with greater resilience through economic cycles
Jeremy Knox, Senior Investment Director Private Equity, discusses the benefits to co-investing in private equity.
Co-investments are a unique segment of private equity which is attracting more and more investors. Here’s what you need to know to start your co-investment journey with confidence.
Jeremy Knox, Senior Investment Director Private Equity, explains the "capital gap" - a void in the capital structure that has emerged in many private equity transactions, particularly leveraged buyouts, as a result of various market shifts.
Jeremy Knox, Senior Investment Director Private Equity, explains the distinct steps in the process of private equity co-investments, which are crucial to successful execution.
We explain why co-investments have grown importance as some traditional sources of capital have dried up in private equity markets
In this video, Alternative Directors Emily Pollock and Tom Lewis discuss why co-investments are especially valuable just now, and ask Senior Investment Director Maria Prieto where the opportunities lie.
India is uniquely positioned to benefit in the context of the 3D reset. We explore the dynamic private equity landscape and the role it plays in delivering India’s full growth potential.
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