Last updated: August 5, 2026, 2:30 AM ET
European Fintech and Startup Valuations
Fintech startup has achieved unicorn status, securing €30 million in its Series C funding round. Oxylabs, a data intelligence company, has reached a valuation of $3.6 billion after a decade of declining venture capital investment. The European investment market is seeing significant activity, with 144 new funds being launched, indicating a dynamic landscape for capital deployment.
Software and Technology Acquisitions
Thoma Bravo set to divest Command Alkon, a provider of software and platform technology for the heavy building materials industry, to Francisco Partners. EIP and Ocean Sound-backed Convey has acquired Selectron, a company specializing in government and utility software solutions. Wind Point Partners has taken over ECI, a managed services provider for alternative asset managers and regulated financial firms, from H.I.G. Capital.
Consumer Goods and Beverage Investments
Axum Capital has agreed to acquire Barcode, a Los Angeles-based brand focused on plant-based and hydration drinks. TSG Consumer has taken a majority stake in Saltair, a body care brand, valuing the company at a premium within its category.
Environmental and Industrial Services Deals
Ridgemont has acquired Entact, a national provider of environmental remediation and geotechnical construction services, from JFLCO. Waterland has secured a majority stake in Norisol, a Danish industrial services firm that offers technical insulation, scaffolding, and marine solutions.
Manufacturing and Building Materials Transactions
Wynnchurch-backed Trimlite purchased Barnett Millworks, a doormaker, expanding its market reach into the Southeast and strengthening its North American presence. Sheridan Capital has acquired Carolina Components Group, a provider of custom-engineered bioprocessing assemblies.
Financial Services and Banking Sector Deals
Advent HarbourVest have agreed to acquire FNZ Bank in Germany, a platform connecting over 50,000 financial advisers, 200 asset managers, and 400 distribution partners. Ash Grove has invested in 10x Banking, a company providing cloud-native core banking technology to help financial institutions modernize their infrastructure. Permira has agreed to sell Bio Catch, a fraud intelligence provider protecting over 760 million consumers globally, to Visa for $2.4 billion.
Private Equity Fund Launches and Strategies
LGT Capital has launched its debut credit secondaries strategy, focusing on LP-led, GP-led, and opportunistic deals with an emphasis on senior lending. Adams Street doubled its fund size with its latest flagship secondaries raise, a $2.7 billion Fund 8 as part of a $5 billion program. Met Life Investment Management has closed its third private equity fund with Lexington Partners as the lead investor, raising approximately $1.2 billion. US investors are driving forward Blue Earth's impact secondaries strategy, with the firm raising an additional $100 million for its debut dedicated secondaries fund.
Fundraising and Target Valuations
Apollo is reportedly halfway to its target for Fund XI, which aims to raise between $22 billion and $25 billion. KKR is planning to take Integer Holdings private in a $5.7 billion all-cash transaction, valuing the medical device company.
Healthcare and Medical Sector Investments
Nordic Capital is acquiring BWXT's medical isotopes business for up to $800 million in a radiopharma transaction. KKR is also buying a 50% stake in Total Energies' European onshore solar and wind business for €1.8 billion, following its acquisition of the North American solar business for $1.25 billion. KKR is deploying insurance capital into this €1.8 billion renewable energy portfolio, acquiring a 50% stake in a 1.2 GW portfolio of onshore solar and wind assets across Europe from Total Energies.
Technology and AI Investments
A16z has backed Happy Robot at a valuation of $1.2 billion. Menlo Ventures' Murphy discussed the firm's $3 billion new capital to invest in AI, highlighting the sector's potential for larger deals and new opportunities. Index Ventures raised a fresh $2 billion fund, doubling down on its AI investments.
Venture Capital Activity and Trends
Global venture reached $65 billion in July, marking a 100% year-over-year increase and setting a record for billion-dollar venture rounds. robotics startups have raised more capital in the first six months of the year than in the previous two years combined. Zurich-based Exclaim has emerged from stealth, raising a $4.95 million seed round. Plural is backing a $43 million round for Ore Energy, a next-generation battery startup. June, a startup focused on simplifying AI adoption, has raised $20 million in pre-seed funding.
Strategic Acquisitions and Divestitures
CVC and Partners Group are completing their exit from Żabka Group, with Alimentation Couche-Tard making an $8.6 billion bid. EnCap Flatrock sold Momentum Midstream to Williams for $5.5 billion, involving a large-scale natural gas system. Mutares has closed its $450 million acquisition of SABIC's engineering thermoplastics unit, which will be rebranded as Nex Point Materials.
Naval and Defense Sector Interest
Private equity firms are showing increased interest in US naval investments, driven by a US Navy budget exceeding $300 billion. Sheridan Capital has acquired Carolina Components Group, a provider of custom-engineered bioprocessing assemblies, with expectations of strong market interest upon future sale.
Secondary Market and Investor Strategies
Met Life has closed a $1.2 billion managed fund deal with Lexington Partners, involving a portfolio of funds and co-investments with a net asset value of $1.8 billion. LPs are seeking to enforce better GP reporting standards and are concerned about impact investing being unfairly associated with ESG concerns.
Private Equity Firm Activities
Thoma Bravo selling Command Alkon to Francisco Partners, a software and platform technology provider for the heavy building materials industry. Ridgemont has acquired Entact, an environmental remediation and geotechnical construction services firm, from JFLCO. Wynnchurch-backed Trimlite bought doormaker Barnett Millworks, expanding its geographic footprint.
Software and Technology Acquisitions
Thoma Bravo divesting Command Alkon to Francisco Partners, a software and platform technology provider for the heavy building materials industry. EIP and Ocean Sound are backing Convey's acquisition of Selectron, a company specializing in government and utility software. Wind Point Partners has acquired ECI, a managed services provider to alternative asset managers and regulated financial firms, from H.I.G. Capital.
Consumer and Beverage Sector Deals
Axum Capital is acquiring Barcode, a plant-based and hydration drink brand. TSG Consumer has taken a majority stake in Saltair, a body care brand, valuing it at the top of its category.
Environmental and Industrial Services Transactions
Ridgemont has acquired Entact, a national provider of environmental remediation and geotechnical construction services, from JFLCO. Waterland has taken a majority stake in Norisol, a Danish industrial services firm offering technical insulation, scaffolding, and marine solutions.
Manufacturing and Building Materials Investments
Wynnchurch-backed Trimlite purchased Barnett Millworks, a doormaker, to expand its Southeast market presence. Sheridan Capital has acquired Carolina Components Group, a provider of custom-engineered bioprocessing assemblies.
Financial Services and Banking Sector Transactions
Advent HarbourVest have agreed to acquire FNZ Bank in Germany, which connects over 50,000 financial advisers and 200 asset managers. AshGrove is backing 10x Banking, a provider of cloud-native core banking technology. Permira is selling Bio Catch, a fraud intelligence provider, to Visa for $2.4 billion.
Secondary Market and Fund Strategies
LGT Capital has launched a new credit secondaries strategy focused on LP-led, GP-led, and opportunistic deals. Adams Street doubled its fund size with a $2.7 billion secondaries raise, aiming for a 50/50 split between LP-led and GP-led investments. Met Life Investment Management has closed its third private equity fund at approximately $1.2 billion, with Lexington Partners as the lead investor. Blue Earth specialist impact investing firm, has raised an additional $100 million for its debut secondaries fund.
Fundraising and Major Acquisitions
Apollo is roughly halfway to its $22 billion-$25 billion target for its latest flagship fund. KKR is set to acquire Integer Holdings in an all-cash deal valued at approximately $5.7 billion.
Healthcare and Medical Sector Deals
Nordic Capital is acquiring BWXT's medical isotopes business for up to $800 million. KKR is acquiring a 50% stake in Total Energies' European onshore solar and wind business for €1.8 billion. KKR is utilizing insurance capital for the €1.8 billion acquisition of Total Energies' European renewable energy portfolio.
Technology and Artificial Intelligence Investments
A16z has invested in Happy Robot at a $1.2 billion valuation. Menlo Ventures committed $3 billion in new capital to invest in the AI sector, anticipating larger deals. Index Ventures raised $2 billion to increase its focus on AI investments.
Venture Capital and Startup Funding
Global venture funding totaled $65 billion in July, with a record number of billion-dollar rounds. robotics startups have seen significant investment growth, raising more in the first six months of the year than in the preceding two years combined. Exclaim Robotics Zurich-based startup, has raised $4.95 million in its initial funding round. Plural is leading a $43 million investment in Ore Energy, a battery technology startup. June has secured $20 million in pre-seed funding to simplify AI adoption.
Strategic Mergers and Acquisitions
CVC and Partners Group are finalizing their exit from Żabka Group, with Alimentation Couche-Tard making an $8.6 billion offer. EnCap Flatrock sold Momentum Midstream to Williams for $5.5 billion. Mutares has completed its $450 million acquisition of SABIC's engineering thermoplastics business.
Naval and Defense Sector Investments
Private equity in US naval investments is growing, supported by the substantial US Navy budget. Sheridan Capital has acquired Carolina Components Group, a provider of custom-engineered bioprocessing assemblies.
Secondary Market and Investor Activity
MetLife has closed a $1.2 billion managed fund deal with Lexington Partners, involving a portfolio of funds and co-investments. Limited Partners advocating for improved GP reporting standards and are concerned about the perception of impact investing.
Private Equity Deal Flow
Thoma Bravo selling Command Alkon to Francisco Partners, a software provider for the heavy building materials sector. Ridgemont has acquired Entact, an environmental remediation and geotechnical construction services firm. Wynnchurch-backed Trimlite purchased Barnett Millworks, expanding its manufacturing capabilities.
Software and Technology Market
Thoma Bravo divesting Command Alkon to Francisco Partners, a key player in software for the heavy building materials industry. EIP and Ocean Sound are backing Convey's acquisition of Selectron, a software provider for government and utility sectors. Wind Point Partners has acquired ECI, a managed services provider for financial firms, from H.I.G. Capital.
Consumer Goods and Beverage Sector
Axum Capital is acquiring Barcode, a brand specializing in plant-based and hydration drinks. TSG Consumer has taken a majority stake in Saltair, a body care brand, at a high valuation for the category.
Environmental and Industrial Services
Ridgemont has acquired Entact, a firm focused on environmental remediation and geotechnical construction services. Waterland has secured a majority stake in Norisol, a Danish provider of industrial services including technical insulation and scaffolding.
Manufacturing and Building Materials
Wynnchurch-backed Trimlite bought Barnett Millworks, a doormaker, to enhance its reach in the Southeast market. Sheridan Capital has acquired Carolina Components Group, a supplier of custom-engineered bioprocessing assemblies.
Financial Services and Banking
Advent HarbourVest are acquiring FNZ Bank in Germany, a significant connector of financial advisers and asset managers. AshGrove is investing in 10x Banking, a company offering cloud-native core banking technology. Permira is selling Bio Catch, a fraud intelligence company, to Visa for $2.4 billion.
Secondary Market and Fund Strategies
LGT Capital is launching a new credit secondaries strategy emphasizing senior lending. Adams Street's billion secondaries fund aims for a balanced allocation between LP-led and GP-led transactions. Met Life Investment Management's third private equity fund closed with $1.2 billion, led by Lexington Partners. Blue Earth raising an additional $100 million for its impact-focused secondaries fund.
Fundraising and Major Acquisitions
Apollo is reportedly halfway to its target for Fund XI, which aims for $22 billion to $25 billion. KKR is set to acquire Integer Holdings for approximately $5.7 billion in an all-cash transaction.
Healthcare and Medical Sector
Nordic Capital is acquiring BWXT's medical isotopes business for up to $800 million. KKR is acquiring a 50% stake in Total Energies' European onshore solar and wind portfolio for €1.8 billion. KKR is using insurance capital for the €1.8 billion acquisition of Total Energies' European renewable energy assets.
Technology and AI
A16z has invested in Happy Robot at a $1.2 billion valuation. Ventures plans to deploy $3 billion in new capital towards AI investments, anticipating larger deal sizes. Index Ventures raised $2 billion to further its investments in the artificial intelligence sector.
Venture Capital and Startup Funding
Global venture funding reached $65 billion in July, marking a significant increase and a record number of billion-dollar rounds. robotics startups have experienced a surge in funding, surpassing the previous two years' combined totals in the first half of the year. Exclaim Robotics startup based in Zurich, has raised $4.95 million in its initial funding round. Plural is backing a $43 million round for Ore Energy, a company developing next-generation battery technology. June has raised $20 million in pre-seed funding to simplify the adoption of AI technologies.
Strategic Transactions
CVC and Partners Group are finalizing their exit from Żabka Group, with Alimentation Couche-Tard submitting an $8.6 billion bid. EnCap Flatrock sold Momentum Midstream to Williams for $5.5 billion, involving a significant natural gas system. Mutares has completed its $450 million acquisition of SABIC's engineering thermoplastics business.
Naval and Defense Sector Focus
Private equity are increasing their focus on US naval investments, influenced by the large US Navy budget. Sheridan Capital has acquired Carolina Components Group, a provider of custom-engineered bioprocessing assemblies.
Secondary Market Activity
MetLife has closed a $1.2 billion managed fund transaction with Lexington Partners, covering a portfolio of funds and co-investments. Limited Partners pushing for enhanced GP reporting standards and are concerned about the reputational impact on ESG investments.
Private Equity Deal Landscape