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Last updated: July 15, 2026, 8:30 AM ET

Private Equity Dealmaking and Fund Activity

Private equity firms are actively engaged in strategic acquisitions and fundraisings. Audax Linden Stat Lab Medical Products to Leica Biosystems, an operating company of Danaher Corporation. Separately, BlackRock’s GIP Summit Ridge, a commercial solar power firm that constructs, owns, and operates solar and energy storage systems. In a significant potential transaction, Stripe and Advent are tabling a joint offer to acquire PayPal for over $53 billion. Carlyle AlpInvest has at $1.7 billion, surpassing its target and predecessor fund. Stone Point Capital and Further Global, alongside Permira-backed Kroll, have, a firm advising on competition and regulatory matters. AnaCap-backed Ryze has valuation firm Krata, which specializes in property valuations across Spain.

Sector-Specific Investments and Trends

Investment activity is concentrated in specific sectors, particularly technology and healthcare. Ardian is acquiring a majority stake in Pflegia, a German digital healthcare recruitment platform. In the music industry, Pophouse has acquired a stake in Iron Maiden's music and NIL rights, reflecting a growing trend in music royalty investments. Real estate secondaries are seeing increased dealflow as institutional investors seek exposure to in-demand asset classes. Fintech funding surged 23% in H1 2026, with investors concentrating on AI and financial infrastructure, leading to fewer but larger deals. Corporate venture capital, however, with a concentration of power at the top of the market.

Growth and Expansion in European Markets

European markets are experiencing growth and strategic expansion, though regulatory hurdles persist. Blackstone's new wealth head for EMEA, Simona Maellare, focusing on retail-eligible offerings and navigating fragmented European rules. Scotland is aiming to into its market through incubators launching the next generation of tech companies. Meanwhile, European biotech is being reshaped by approximately 90 startups. Klarna Improbable are highlighted as significant European "founder factories."