Everything on Private Equity

KKR's ability to raise $23 billion for its North American Private Equity fund indicates strong institutional appetite for PE despite broader concerns over private credit.

Impact: Suggests a robust environment for large-scale acquisitions and corporate restructuring in North America.

— from AI Disruptions, Value Investing, and the Australian Millionaire Factory · OHNE AKTIEN WIRD SCHWER - Tägliche Börsen-News· Apr 07, 2026

The 30% premium paid by Leonard Green & Partners for Mr. Carwash reflects strong private equity demand for high-margin, recurring-revenue service businesses with operational stability.

Impact: Indicates that PE firms are prioritizing defensive, cash-flow-positive assets over high-growth tech in the current economic climate.

— from Buffett's Final Moves, Meta-Nvidia Deal, and Crypto Dip · OHNE AKTIEN WIRD SCHWER - Tägliche Börsen-News· Feb 19, 2026

Blackstone’s large IPO pipeline signals a structural shift in private equity, moving from holding assets for long periods to actively exiting through public markets. This is driven by the successful reception of the Medline IPO.

Impact: The increased supply of non-tech IPOs will provide public market investors with more diversified options, potentially reducing concentration risk in big tech stocks.

— from Apple Revenue Surge and Blackstone IPO Pipeline · FT News Briefing· Jan 30, 2026