Private Equity 8 Hours

Last updated: June 26, 2026, 11:30 AM ET

Dealmaking & Exits

Private equity firms continue to be active across sectors, with L Catterton exploring a sale of US supplements maker Thorne for up to $4 billion, drawing interest from Unilever. In a significant transaction, Permira and Warburg Pincus completed an $8.4 billion take-private of investment management software provider Clearwater Analytics. Separately, Permira is nearing an exit from sustainable womenswear brand Reformation, which has filed for a New York Stock Exchange IPO. On the public markets, JFLCO-backed Doncasters listed on the NYSE under the ticker "DPC."

Sector-Specific Investments

The healthcare and technology sectors remain focal points for private equity investment. Partners Group-backed SureWerx acquired Italy's Genesi, a provider of safety products for work-at-height and confined spaces. In the radiology sector, multiple firms are pursuing deals, with Archimed, HCAP, Hg, and Kain Capital among those eyeing transactions. Latticework Capital and Edgehill-backed Life Science Connect are also making add-on acquisitions in the CDMO space. Meanwhile, Norwest is investing in high-purity water systems firm East Range Group to fund expansion.

Strategic Moves & Market Activity

CVC Capital Partners agreed to invest in Chess.com, the world's largest online chess platform, through its Fund IX. In a move to bolster its infrastructure services, Warburg Pincus will acquire UK utility and infrastructure provider Network Plus. Communications agency Greentarget UK has been acquired by ParkSouth Ventures-backed Infinite. Separately, General Atlantic has appointed tennis champion Novak Djokovic as a global strategic advisor, who will work with the firm's leadership, portfolio companies, and investors.

Investor Strategy & Future Commitments

Public pension funds are planning their private equity allocations. Ohio STRS is setting a private equity pacing plan for fiscal year 2027, with up to $1.5 billion in new commitments. Investors are observing strong growth opportunities in smart city assets, which are experiencing high growth rates and favorable valuations according to Lincoln International. In venture capital, investors are discussing strategies to increase funding for Black-founded startups.

Competitive Bidding & Challenges

A potential takeover battle is emerging for Japanese price-comparison group Kakaku.com as Bain Capital and LY Corporation prepare a rival bid that challenges EQT's offer.