Private Equity 8 Hours

Last updated: June 26, 2026, 8:30 AM ET

Private Equity Dealmaking & Exits

Permira and Warburg Pincus concluded their $8.4 billion take-private of Clearwater Analytics, a significant transaction in the investment management software sector. Meanwhile, Permira is nearing an exit from Reformation, the sustainable womenswear brand, which has filed for a New York Stock Exchange IPO, potentially marking a profitable conclusion to the firm's seven-year investment. In a move that may spark competition, Bain Capital and LY Corporation are preparing a rival bid for the Japanese price-comparison group Kakaku.com, challenging an existing offer from EQT.

Sector Focus & Investment Strategies

Private equity firms are actively pursuing radiology assets, with Archimed, HCAP, Hg, and Kain Capital reportedly involved in at least five potential transactions in the sector PE targets radiology assets. Separately, Norwest has invested in East Range Group, a firm specializing in high-purity water systems, aiming to fuel further investment in people, capabilities, and growth opportunities. Lincoln International notes that smart city assets present long-term growth potential with "very strong outcomes" from a valuation standpoint, benefiting from considerable tailwinds Smart cities offer decades-long growth opportunities.

Venture Capital & Startup Funding

General Atlantic has appointed tennis champion Novak Djokovic as a global strategic advisor, signaling a unique approach to client and investor engagement. In acquisitions, ParkSouth Ventures-backed Infinite has acquired Greentarget UK, a communications agency focused on financial and professional services. The broader venture capital ecosystem is being urged to increase funding for Black founders, with several investors offering advice on how the industry can better support overlooked entrepreneurs Startup Investors On What It Will Take To Fund More Black Founders. Seed rounds in the first half of the year, some of which may have been overlooked, are detailed in a recent analysis Seed rounds you may have missed in H1.

European Ventures & Growth

Voice-controlled drone startup Lakestar and Seedcamp have backed a company developing innovative aerial technology. On the continent, several French and Benelux startups are achieving significant revenue milestones, with some generating over €100 million French & Benelux startups making €100m+ in revenue. These developments indicate a dynamic funding environment for technology and high-growth businesses across Europe.