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By Shanu SHERWANI, CIO AM investment/ Partner, Antwort Capital
The private equity (PE) industry, which experienced a sharp decline in deal count over the past two years, is stabilizing, according to Bain Company’s Midyear Report for 2024. Early indications suggest that buyout funds globally are on track to match 2023’s total deal count, halting the precipitous drop seen previously. However, while the downward trend in exits seems to have stopped, activity remains notably low. As limited partners (LPs) await an uptick in distributions, many funds face challenges in raising fresh capital.
Dealmaking trends
The initial months of 2024 have shown a levelling off in dealmaking activities, signalling...
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