Private Equity 8 Hours

Last updated: July 20, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

Private Equity Dealmaking and Fundraising

Industries invested in American Aero, an aerospace components maker, marking the firm's 33rd platform investment in the industrials and manufacturing sector. Simultaneously, BGF is preparing to exit its investment in Walker Precision Engineering, a provider of mission-critical components for the aerospace and defense markets, by selling it to Karman Space & Defense PE Hub. In a strategic shift, Hellman & Friedman is moving approximately $3bn of debt for portfolio company Baker Tilly from private credit to the syndicated loan market, with Deutsche Bank arranging the refinancing PE Insights.

Venture Capital Activity in AI and Fintech

Fintech startup Natural has secured $30M to develop payment infrastructure for AI agents, aiming to challenge established players like Stripe. In the AI infrastructure space, Infinity has raised $15M at a $100M valuation from investors including Touring Capital and researchers from OpenAI and Anthropic.

Sector Trends and Investor Strategies

Private real estate investors are increasingly turning to recapitalizations to unlock liquidity and extend holding periods amidst refinancing pressures and challenging exit environments. In the technology sector, limited partners are expressing following the "Saaspocalypse," while EQT faces challenges in meeting its €20bn exit target. KPS Capital Partners is expanding its reach by in Japan through its new Asia unit. Separately, San Joaquin County Employees' Retirement Association is. Peak Rock Capital is reportedly exploring the sale of its portfolio company Berner Food & Beverage PE Hub.