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Last updated: March 18, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

Dealmaking & Talent Shifts

Private equity activity saw movement in both deal execution and senior talent acquisition, with Franchise FastLane acquiring Franchise Creator, a move supported by its backer Southfield to bolster its franchise development capabilities. Separately, the secondary market witnessed personnel shifts as Jonathan Au joined Revelation Partners, following his departure from CVC Capital Partners last year after a two-year tenure.

Sector Focus & IPO Environment

The appetite for defense technology ventures appears strong, following the dramatic market debut of AI drone company Swarmer, whose shares appreciated 520% on its first day, setting a precedent that may encourage up to a dozen other similar startups to pursue public listings on the Nasdaq. This sharp return suggests renewed investor confidence in specialized, high-tech defense contractors seeking an IPO path.