Private Equity 3 Hours

Last updated: May 18, 2026, 8:30 AM ET

Healthcare Deals EQT and IDG advanced to the next round in the bidding for Poly Peptide, reflecting the deepening healthcare deal pipeline in Europe as private equity firms continue to target specialized healthcare assets. Meanwhile, Pophouse acquired Tina Turner's catalog in a deal that underscores the growing trend of private equity firms targeting music intellectual property rights to develop new revenue streams through streaming platforms and live experiences.

AI & Technology Investments WinWire's acquisition by NTT Data highlights the continued appetite for agentic AI firms as private equity firms capitalize on the artificial intelligence boom, while quantum computing investments show signs of moderating in 2026 after reaching peak levels in previous years, with deal counts remaining robust despite overall funding declines.

Fund Strategies & Industry Dynamics Blue Owl's liquidity playbook reveals how GP stakes firms are navigating market pressures by developing sophisticated monetization strategies for LPs, while European chip startups intensify lobbying efforts against semiconductor giants in a battle for market positioning and regulatory support amid increasing competition in the semiconductor space.