Private Equity 8 Hours

Last updated: June 29, 2026, 5:30 AM ET

European Dealmaking & Investment Trends

CVC Capital Partners is set to acquire Italian food-ingredients manufacturer Irca from Advent International, a deal that follows a period where Irca’s revenue quadrupled. This transaction, executed through CVC's Fund IX, signals continued robust activity in the European mid-market. Meanwhile, Spain is solidifying its position as a dynamic European tech hub, contributing to the broader trend of a comeback in fundraising for private equity firms, as revealed by PEI Group's analysis of the PEI 300 ranking. European deeptech investment has already hit an annual record within the first six months of the year, indicating strong investor appetite for innovation.

UK Scaleups & Tech Sector Strategy

The British Business Bank is planning to back UK scaleups with £400 million annually, a significant injection aimed at fostering growth in the country's technology sector. This initiative aligns with a call for a radical, simple idea to transform Britain's tech industry, suggesting a strategic focus on accelerating the development and scaling of domestic technology companies. The move is intended to bolster the ecosystem and capitalize on the increasing venture capital interest seen across Europe.

Specialized M&A & Real Estate Focus

The mergers and acquisitions landscape is seeing increased activity in specialized sectors, with mental health and neurodiversity emerging as growth areas. This trend is exemplified by Bridgepoint's agreement to acquire Kayne Anderson Real Estate. In parallel, Investcorp has established a new software engineering platform by bringing Net Rom Software and Trivium eSolutions under its umbrella, demonstrating a strategic build-up of capabilities in the tech services space.