Private Equity 8 Hours

Last updated: May 8, 2026, 2:30 PM ET

Private Equity Deal Flow & Returns

Siris Capital Group is poised to triple its investment from the anticipated sale of Equiniti, illustrating strong returns achievable in specialized technology services, while the broader sector is actively chasing remote healthcare opportunities, with firms including Goldman Sachs and Avesi Partners participating in five recent telehealth deals. This focus on remote care underscores a wider trend where private equity is zeroing in on sectors benefiting from structural shifts, evidenced also by FH Capital moving to acquire a majority stake in JinkoSolar’s U.S. subsidiary, with the solar manufacturer retaining a minority interest. Meanwhile, defense technology is emerging as the next frontier for capital deployment in Europe, as missile startups are being dubbed "the new wave" for venture and growth funding on the continent.

Fundraising & Investor Mandates

South Korean asset manager Kiwoom Asset Management signaled plans for risk-averse allocations, expressing openness to funding North American and Western European mandates, which contrasts with the targeted deployment strategy of Montana Capital Partners. Montana Capital is committing $40m across fund, secondary, and co-investment vehicles, specifically focusing on mandates related to climate and social impact through a discretionary structure. Separately, venture capital is seeing niche specialization, as Mother Ventures successfully closed its $10 million debut fund, aiming to capitalize on mothers as an overlooked "economic engine" for consumer spending.

Sector Trends & Tech Funding

The technology sector continues to see significant capital flow into enabling technologies, with firms operating in sales, marketing, and CRM having already attracted approximately $2.7 billion globally in seed through growth-stage funding in 2026 alone, according to recent data. This capital influx into enterprise software is occurring alongside heightened interest in specialized events, as the final day for securing a 50% discount on a second pass to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 nears, encouraging firms to bring along co-founders or partners to the conference.