Private Equity 8 Hours

Last updated: July 10, 2026, 11:30 AM ET

Private Equity Activity Spans Sectors and Geographies

Private equity firms are actively pursuing a diverse range of investments across various industries. Apollo Global is set to inject €3 billion into Bayer's life sciences business, specifically targeting its long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARC) division Apollo to invest €3bn. In a separate move, Apollo has gatecrashed the potential take-private of easy Jet, submitting a £5.7 billion bid that superseded an earlier offer from Castlelake. The primary care sector is also attracting significant attention, with Apollo, Kain Capital, and OMERS Private Equity investing in digital infrastructure for the industry. KKR has launched a new platform focused on leveraging innovation within medical devices.

Dealmaking in Technology and Financial Services

Shein has secured regulatory approval in China for a Hong Kong listing, paving the way for a potential exit for its backers. In the financial services realm, Warburg Pincus is backing the growth of Australian credit reporting agency Creditor Watch in Asia. Meanwhile, Ares Management is supporting Firebird Music with a new $750 million fund dedicated to acquiring music catalogues, in partnership with The Raine Group. The Minnesota State Board of Investment is seeking a general investment consultant seeking a consultant.

European Markets and Emerging Technologies

European molecular testing company Qiagen has attracted early takeover interest from several private equity firms, including EQT, Advent, and KKR. The HR tech sector has seen a flurry of deals, with Shore Capital, Lightyear, and Bridgepoint announcing transactions. In venture capital, often referred to as the "AI godfather," is reportedly in discussions with limited partners for a new venture capital firm. Discussions are ongoing regarding a potential investment by SoftBank and Pay Pay in Seven & i Holdings, the owner of the 7-Eleven convenience store chain.