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Last updated: June 8, 2026, 2:31 AM ET

Private Equity Fundraising Timing funding announcements has become crucial as new data suggests Tuesday releases underperform by an average of 30% compared to other days. Thena Capital bucked this trend by securing £45 million for its debut healthcare fund, establishing the all-female GP firm while demonstrating strategic timing in their fundraising approach.

European Investment Strategy Europe's private equity sector faces fundamental challenges as the region struggles to compete with more aggressive U.S. and Asian strategies. The herbivore metaphor underscores the growing pressure on European firms to adopt more opportunistic tactics across sectors, including healthcare where firms like Thena Capital are finding success.