Private Equity 8 Hours

Last updated: April 7, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

Deal Execution & Sector Moves

The private equity sector witnessed major activity with Blackstone and TPG completing the take-private buyout of women’s health firm Hologic, a transaction that notably includes significant minority investments from the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority and Singapore's GIC affiliate. Separately, in the medical device space, BPOC sold Midwest Products & Engineering to Graham Partners, marking a shift in ownership for the specialized manufacturer. Furthermore, the advisory segment saw consolidation as the Oaktree-backed GA Group acquired G2 Capital Advisors, adding G2’s expertise in valuation and liquidation services to its existing platform offerings.

Fundraising & Personnel Shifts

Venture capital, often viewed as the precursor to private equity growth, saw a substantial commitment as Eclipse announced a new $1.3 billion fund, earmarking capital not only for investment but also for incubating what they term "physical AI" startups. Meanwhile, personnel changes continue to ripple through mid-market specialists, with Jared Barlow departing Kline Hill, where he had served as a longstanding partner since the firm’s 2015 founding, overseeing both firm strategy and investment oversight alongside Managing Partner Mike Bego.