Private equity firms are increasingly targeting caregiver services companies, drawn by market fragmentation and recession resilience. Carlyle, HIG, LLR, and Main Capital are among the firms investing in this sector, recognizing its defensive characteristics and fragmented nature as opportunities for consolidation and growth.

Meanwhile, PE Hub and Buyouts have named Silvia Oteri of Permira and Christen Paras of MiddleGround Capital to their Women in PE class of 2026. Oteri leads healthcare investments at Permira, while Paras serves on MiddleGround's investment committee, both representing influential voices in private equity.

This dual focus on sector trends and leadership recognition highlights the evolving dynamics in private equity. As firms pursue defensive healthcare subsectors, the industry simultaneously celebrates rising female leaders who are shaping investment strategies and driving returns in a competitive market environment.