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Last updated: April 20, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

Private Equity Deal Flow

Acorn Capital's acquisition of MTI Aviation signals continued appetite for defense contractors, with Acor partner Greg Agnew citing the target’s strong growth potential as a key driver. Elsewhere in middle-market consolidation, Quad-C-backed Vortex successfully bolted on Mainlining America, integrating the water-main service provider into its existing U.S. operations. These moves suggest a focus on specialized infrastructure and aerospace platforms despite broader market caution.

Portfolio Management & Risk

Concerns over data integrity arose as Lovable denied reports of a mass client data breach, an incident that would necessitate immediate disclosure under new EU regulations. While the extent of any compromise remains unconfirmed, such events test the operational diligence required of private equity ownership in consumer-facing technology assets.