Private Equity 8 Hours

Last updated: April 14, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

Private Equity Dealmaking & Fundraising

HGGC-backed Equity Methods is preparing an expansion through the acquisition of Scottsdale-based consultancy Equity Plan Solutions, a move targeting complex securities advisory services within the human resources sector. Separately, investor demand for specialized strategies continues unabated, evidenced by 154 Partners closing its inaugural private equity fund at its $400 million hard cap, signaling sustained enthusiasm for lower mid-market mandates.