Private Equity 8 Hours

Last updated: April 20, 2026, 8:30 AM ET

Private Equity Deal Activity & Valuations

Private equity deal execution is reportedly being slowed by the disruptive influence of Artificial Intelligence, according to Arrowpoint, even as dealmakers continue to pursue strategic add-ons across specialized sectors. On the acquisition front, IK Partners agreed to purchase Selatek, a technical installation firm specializing in security and automation services, from Amplio Private Equity, while Bain Capital Insurance-backed Aptia further expanded its footprint by acquiring Pension Decision Service (PDS), which offers guidance on retirement options. Separately, TA Associates is exploring an $810 million takeover of the UK-listed medical technology firm Advanced Medical Solutions, signaling continued appetite for healthcare assets despite macro headwinds.

Gryphon is preparing to test the market for its fire safety platform, Jensen Hughes, with sources suggesting the asset could command a valuation exceeding $1.5 billion based on recent EBITDA multiples for comparable providers. These potential sales occur while the broader industry faces an educational deficit, as individual investors exhibit a significant gap in understanding complex structures, though enthusiasm for European Long-Term Investment Funds (ELTIFs) remains high regardless of liquidity concerns or manager inexperience. Furthermore, fund managers are observing a trend where sector specialists are increasingly targeting GP-led secondary transactions to address liquidity needs.

European Tech & Funding Trends

European technology investment shows mixed signals, with general cybersecurity funding remaining resilient even as overall startup investment dipped sequentially last quarter to $4.9 billion globally, maintaining levels well above the prior year. The region continues to grapple with technological sovereignty demands, leading to concerns that Europe risks becoming a "digital colony," even as promising deeptech talent emerges, evidenced by lists of notable female founders in the sector. Meanwhile, fintech giant Revolut's Chief Executive Officer has publicly targeted 2028 as the year for a potential Initial Public Offering, providing a long-term exit marker for its backers in the volatile European market. Investors tracking the Iberian Peninsula are also monitoring burgeoning activity, with numerous Portuguese startups gaining attention from venture capitalists.