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The Big Picture in Private Equity

The Big Picture in Private Equity

Read more about private equity in 2021

Selected Highlights

Selected Highlights

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Letter from Hugh MacArthur: A Year for the Record Books

Private equity outdid itself in 2021 as investors raced to capture technology-fueled growth.

The Private Equity Market in 2021: The Allure of Growth

In a record-breaking year, private equity investors made it plain that it’s not just about buyout anymore.

Chasing Disruption: The Brave New World of Growth Investing

Growth equity and late-stage venture funds are changing how the game is played.

How Private Equity Keeps Winning in Software

High multiples aren’t as scary as they seem, but differentiated expertise is critical in this burgeoning sector.

Raising Sector Strategy to the Next Level

Sector strategy is about more than tapping what's hot—it’s about using data to determine where you can win.

Is Your Tech Due Diligence Good Enough?

The buyout world is dominated by technology deals, but due diligence is still catching up at many firms.

Managing Inflation

Private Equity’s Inflation Challenge

Buyout returns have benefited mightily from rate-driven multiple expansion. Is that about to change?