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Last updated: June 4, 2026, 2:30 AM ET

AI‑Led Rollups

Dwelly’s AI‑powered rollup playbook outlines a strategy that could add up to $1.2 billion in operating margin across acquired units, a figure that rivals the $800 million upside seen in last year’s AI‑focused deals. Meanwhile, Celonis boss admitted that enterprise‑software firms lag behind the projected 30% annual AI adoption, a slowdown that may temper the valuation premium current investors are willing to pay.

Benchmark Fund Shift

Benchmark raises its first‑ever growth fund as part of a $2 billion capital raise, breaking a two‑decade pattern of keeping funds near $425 million. The new vehicle will target high‑growth tech platforms, signaling a shift toward larger, more aggressive mandates amid a market that increasingly rewards scale.