Private Equity 8 Hours

Last updated: June 22, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

Private Equity Dealmaking & Funding

Clearlake Capital has closed its eighth flagship fund at $14.8 billion, signaling continued strong investor appetite for private equity despite economic headwinds, with a stated focus on artificial intelligence. In a separate development, data analytics firm AppsFlyer is reportedly nearing a $1 billion funding round at a $2.7 billion valuation, indicating robust growth in the martech sector and a potential precursor to a public offering.

Sector Consolidation & Growth

Signal Hill has backed the formation of Aeterna Group, a new architecture and engineering firm created through the combination of five existing entities including CSArch and ZMM Architects. This move underscores a trend of consolidation within specialized professional services sectors, aiming to leverage scale and expanded capabilities. The longstanding Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan, who famously warned of "irrational exuberance" three decades ago, passed away at age, his legacy resonating as markets grapple with valuation debates.