Private Equity 8 Hours

Last updated: September 8, 2026, 6:17 AM ET

Private Equity

European software deals dominated the private equity landscape over the past eight hours. Main Capital has acquired UK workforce management software firm Orgvue, which serves close to 200 global enterprise customers including HM Government, Mars, Danone and Aviva. Financial terms were not disclosed.

In Spain, Copilot Capital has taken a majority stake in Green Eagle Solutions, a technology company specialising in the automation of renewable energy operations. The investment underscores growing PE interest in energy transition infrastructure software.

People Moves

FPE has promoted Ben Cole to partner, following Chris Kay’s appointment to the same rank in 2024. The move signals continued leadership expansion at the firm.

Venture & Startups

French AI startup Mistral has confirmed a €3bn Series D round at a €21bn valuation, cementing its position as Europe's most valuable AI champion. The round represents one of the largest private financings in European tech history.

Legaltech Lexroom has sealed its first two M&A deals just four months after raising a $50m Series B. Meanwhile, a reflective piece explores what it’s like joining a startup as a cofounder a year late — a growing trend in founder hiring dynamics.