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Last updated: June 19, 2026, 2:30 PM ET

Infrastructure & Energy

Global private equity firms are aggressively bidding for the German state-owned utility Uniper, with KKR, Brookfield, and CDPQ among the ten parties currently evaluating the asset. In a related push for industrial consolidation, Mutares has finalized a carve-out of chemical producer Synthomer, targeting efficiency gains within the acrylic acid and ester supply chain. Meanwhile, the shift toward private credit persists as Apollo nears a $574m deal to refinance Eolo, an Italian broadband operator currently held by Partners Group, highlighting the growing role of non-bank lenders in stabilizing infrastructure-heavy portfolios.

Strategic Acquisitions & Sovereign Capital

EQT is expanding its footprint through a massive £10.9bn take-private of FTSE 100 testing group Intertek, securing backing from sovereign wealth giants ADIA and Mubadala. This deal underscores the appetite among Middle Eastern state investors for high-quality European industrial exposure. EQT has also pivoted into space tech with its acquisition of German satellite deployment specialist Exolaunch, marking the firm’s first venture into the orbital launch sector. These moves follow a broader trend of European capital concentration as managers prioritize regional solidarity to compete with global mega-funds during major investment forums.

Specialized Sectors & Niche Funds

The sports and defense sectors continue to attract capital as MSP Sports Capital secured a majority stake in the New Zealand Sail GP Team, signaling a deliberate entry into professional marine racing. This sector-specific focus mirrors the strategy at 201 Ventures, where Eric Slesinger is launching a second fund dedicated to the defense industry. As private equity firms move away from broad-market plays, these specialized vehicles allow managers to capitalize on high-barrier industries where geopolitical demand for secure supply chains and premium content viewership creates distinct investment advantages.