Private Equity 8 Hours

Last updated: June 26, 2026, 5:30 AM ET

Private Equity Deals & Investments

Permira and Warburg Pincus finalized an $8.4 billion take-private of Clearwater Analytics, the investment management software provider, marking a significant transaction in the financial technology sector. This move comes as private equity firms continue to target software assets for their recurring revenue models and potential for operational improvements. Meanwhile, smart city infrastructure is being eyed for substantial growth opportunities, with valuations reflecting strong development prospects.

In venture capital, a voice-controlled drone startup secured backing from investors including Lakestar and Seedcamp. This follows a trend of increased funding in specialized technology sectors. Separately, several French and Benelux startups are demonstrating considerable scale, generating over €100 million in annual revenue, indicating a maturing European startup ecosystem capable of producing significant market players. The first half of the year also saw numerous seed rounds, though many have gone largely unnoticed.