Private Equity 8-Hour Briefing

Last updated: March 17, 2026, 3:30 AM ET

European Private Equity Strategy

Capza FEMM is shifting strategy, focusing on becoming a "multi-specialist" rather than a generalist fund, according to managing partner Antoine Druais, who emphasized leveraging prior CEO operational experience in their investment approach. This strategic pivot comes as European venture capital sees activity concentrated in specific hubs, with data showing the Netherlands remains highly active for deal-making, although the market focus is narrowing. Separately, a new venture capital firm is launching, backed by dozens of scaleup executives aiming to identify and nurture Europe's next "decacorn," suggesting continued confidence in late-stage European technology growth despite broader fundraising headwinds.