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NextWave Private EquityAuthor: Bridget Walsh, EY
Listen to the NextWave Private Equity podcast series, where Bridget Walsh, EY Global Private Equity Leader, will speak with industry leaders to discuss emerging opportunities and industry trends shaping the global private equity landscape. The views reflected in this podcast are the views of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of the global EY organization or its member firms. Language: en Genres: Business, Investing, Management Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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PE Pulse: key takeaways from Q1 2025
Thursday, 1 May, 2025
In Q1 2025, private equity firms saw a 45% rise in deal volume compared to the previous year. However, rising trade tensions are creating caution among investors. Many firms may limit capital deployment in the coming months, yet a higher-than-average risk tolerance indicates readiness to seize new opportunities. Firms are focusing on operational improvements within their portfolios and exploring sectors like aerospace and defense. Additionally, the return of corporate acquirers has boosted exit activity, reflecting a dynamic shift in the private equity landscape amid ongoing uncertainty. Visit https://www.ey.com/pepulse to view this quarter’s summary.