Private Equity 3 Days

Last updated: June 30, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

AI & Technology in Private Equity

The artificial intelligence boom continues to reshape private equity dealmaking, with a Prague-based AI lab founded by ex-Deep Mind researchers, Equi Libre Technologies, now valued at over $500 million valued at $500 million. This surge highlights the growing demand for sophisticated AI capabilities within the financial sector. In parallel, former Meta OpenAI alumni are seeking $400 million for a new AI lab, signaling continued investment in cutting-edge AI development. The broader venture capital landscape is also grappling with AI's impact, with calls for better data infrastructure to harness its potential effectively using AI the wrong way. Meanwhile, Omnea, an AI software company, is experimenting with new employee incentives, offering $250,000 to staff to plan their next startups, a move that challenges traditional venture capital models. The potential for AI to drive significant returns is evident, with some firms looking to leverage AI for operational improvements and market insights AI dominated dealmaking.

Healthcare & Life Sciences Transactions

The healthcare sector remains a focal point for private equity investment and divestment. Headlands Research, a clinical trial site network backed by THL, has acquired Clinical Trials Research. In a move demonstrating value creation, IVEST Cloverlay are selling the popular Care Bears franchise to Authentic Brands Group after reportedly achieving a fourfold revenue growth since their acquisition in 2023. Frazier Healthcare Partners has appointed Stephen Krupa as an executive in residence for its buyout team, signaling continued activity in the healthcare buyout space. Cathay Capital is launching Ascendia Autism Care, beginning operations with 20 centers across eight states rolls out Ascendia Autism.

Industrial & Infrastructure Deals

Several significant transactions have occurred in the industrial and infrastructure sectors. Warburg Pincus is acquiring UK infrastructure services group Network Plus from OMERS Private Equity. In a move underscoring the trend of consolidation, CVC Capital Partners is acquiring Italian industrial automation group Clevertech from Advent, with the founding family reinvesting. CVC is also set to acquire food ingredients manufacturer Irca from Advent for an undisclosed sum acquires Irca from Advent. Additionally, ICG Infra is backing the Paulo Duarte Group, which operates a specialized freight fleet across Portugal and Spain. Ardian plans to invest over €3 billion in Nordic data centers through its portfolio company Verne invest over €3bn.

Consumer & Retail Acquisitions

The consumer and retail space has seen a mix of acquisitions and exits. PestCo, backed by TSCP, has acquired Arrow Pest Control, a provider of pest control services. Genesis Capital has exited GTH Catering, a corporate catering services provider exits GTH Catering. Altamont Capital has sold the comfort food chain Cotton Patch Cafe to Local Favorite Restaurants sells Cotton Patch Cafe. In the entertainment sector, IVEST and Cloverlay have agreed to sell the Care Bears brand to Authentic Brands Group, marking a successful exit for the private equity firms.

Financial Services & Technology Investments

The financial services and technology sectors are witnessing active dealmaking. Ares Management and Joe Tsai led a $100 million Series E financing for the Premier Lacrosse League, the largest capital raise in the league's history. Partners Group is investing $250 million in Avenue Capital's commercial aviation leasing portfolio through a continuation vehicle. FTV Capital is making a growth investment in Carbon Underwriting, a specialist with its own Lloyd's syndicate. In the software realm, Blackstone-backed Enverus has acquired four PDS Energy Information exchange platforms. Parabellum Investments is acquiring Crux Informatics, a data management platform with over 200 data providers.

Real Estate & Aviation Transactions

Private equity firms are actively deploying capital in real estate and aviation. Bridgepoint is entering the US real estate market with the acquisition of Kayne Anderson Real Estate for approximately $1.39 billion. This move signals a significant expansion into the American property sector for the European firm. In aviation, Voyager Interests has acquired helicopter operator Rotorcraft Leasing Company from Bluehenge Capital Partners.

Energy & Commodities Infrastructure

Infrastructure assets in the energy sector continue to attract investment. San Mateo Midstream is acquiring EnCap-backed Cardinal Midstream for $752 million, a move that consolidates midstream energy operations.

Fundraising & Investor Sentiment

Fundraising efforts show a mixed picture, with some firms successfully amassing significant capital. Generation IM has raised $1 billion for a long-hold private equity strategy, suggesting a continued appetite for longer-term investment horizons. However, some institutional investors are re-evaluating their private equity allocations. The $75 billion Colorado PERA pension fund is considering reducing its private equity exposure due to underperformance against benchmarks pulling back private equity. The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has surpassed €10.5 billion in wartime financing for Ukraine, demonstrating its commitment to mobilizing private capital in challenging environments Ukraine recovery finance. The ILPA has updated its guidance for the evolving secondary market, reflecting changing dynamics updates CV guidance.

Divestitures & Exits

Several firms have successfully exited portfolio companies. Xenon Private Equity has sold Solana, an Italian tomato-processing group, to an Investindustrial-backed entity exits tomato processor. MBK Partners is looking to sell Godiva Japan, with lenders extending ¥75 billion in loans by nine months sell Godiva Japan. Wynnchurch Capital has exited its aerospace components business, PFG, to HIG Capital exits aerospace components biz. RF Investment Partners has exited Ally Waste Services, concluding a partnership that began in 2022 exits Ally Waste Services.

Sector-Specific Deals

Beyond the broad categories, several niche sectors have seen targeted activity. The testing, inspection, certification, and compliance sector is drawing significant private equity interest, with Triton entering exclusive talks for Bureau Veritas’ fuel testing unit, a deal valued at €470 million €470m deal talks. In the music industry, Firebird has unveiled a music catalog acquisition platform with over $750 million in purchasing power, backed by Ares and Raine Group. The Premier Lacrosse League secured a $100 million Series E round leads $100m Series E.