A healthy balance between private and public markets, backed by a deep pool of domestic savings, is essential for the next generation of UK companies, according to panellists at an industry event in London. A thriving UK stock market is increasingly seen as vital to the success of private equity-backed companies, a conference has heard. Panellists at the Reform of the UK Public and Private Capital Markets Summit 2026 in London on Monday agreed that the two markets – each with its own strengths and weaknesses – need each other.
The discussion highlighted the interdependence of private equity and public markets in fostering innovation, scaling businesses, and providing liquidity. Stakeholders emphasized the importance of regulatory alignment, investor confidence, and access to capital across both ecosystems. Without a robust public market, many private equity-backed firms may struggle to exit or grow sustainably.
Conversely, private capital can nurture early-stage ventures that later transition to public markets. The summit underscored that neither market can thrive in isolation.
Source: PE International · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing