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🥇After winning the “ BEST PAN-EUROPEAN MID-MARKET LBO FUND” award at Private Equity Exchange end of 2023, Ardian Expansion is proud to be named 🥇“ EUROPEAN UPPER MID-MARKET PRIVATE EQUITY TEAM FIRM OF THE YEAR” at the 2024 Mergermarket European M&A Awards, the other major industry prize in Europe🇪🇺. 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣4️⃣ was another record-breaking year 🌟, not only in terms of the number of investments🚀, exits 🚀and build-ups🚀, but also in terms of fundraising🚀. These recognitions 🏆🏆 highlight the Ardian Expansion team’s dedication, expertise, and strong partnerships with portfolio companies and talented entrepreneurs. It reflects 22 years of success and reinforces our commitment to building impactful businesses and driving sustainable, profitable growth. Thank you to our teams 👏, partners👏, and clients 👏for their trust and support! Not to mention the strengths of the Ardian’s platform. At Ardian, we define ourselves as Architects of Lasting Change. #ArchitectsofLastingChange #acquisition #growth #PrivateEquity #LBO #MergersAndAcquisitions #Investments #DealMaking #Buyouts

Our Australian Public M&A Report 2024 is out, and it's packed with great insights. Check out our top 10 observations. From the surge in mega deals to the rise of reverse takeovers, the M&A landscape is evolving. We're seeing strong global interest, particularly from European and Japanese bidders, and a shift in sector focus with materials and software leading the way. Pre-bid stake were prominent, and creative deal structures were in full force. Large shareholders were active in buy-out bids, and developments in stub equity raise potential new avenues for managing small shareholders rolling into the post-acquisition vehicle. Read the report here: https://lnkd.in/g44umSK2 #MandA #privateequity #deals

Excited to share that I was recently quoted in a Bloomberg article discussing the resurgence of private equity buyouts driven by ultra-wealthy families! These families, worth over $150 billion, are playing a pivotal role in overcoming a tough dealmaking environment by providing essential capital for major acquisitions. Their sophisticated investment strategies are becoming a key source of funding for top firms like KKR, Silver Lake, and Goldman Sachs. Thanks for the mention, Ben Stupples. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/e2NaBJV4 #PrivateEquity #WealthManagement #InvestmentStrategies #FamilyOffices #Finance

#Familyoffices are driving private equity deals, according to this Bloomberg article that quotes Wingspan founder Christina Wing. These families, worth over $150 billion, are playing a pivotal role in overcoming a tough dealmaking environment by providing essential capital for major acquisitions. Their sophisticated investment strategies are becoming a key source of funding for top firms like KKR, Silver Lake, and Goldman Sachs. “They have the potential to take on long-term opportunities. They are going to come in at the same terms as institutional investors," Christina points out.   With the ability to invest long-term without worrying about shareholder demands, families are well-positioned to make big bets on the future. #privateequity #familyoffice #familylegacy https://lnkd.in/eWdHWbUx

Private equity is getting creative. With higher interest rates and a slowdown in IPOs, buyout firms are adapting. Rumour has it, that EQT are exploring the sale of a minority stake in IFS, valued at €15bn. This isn't their first move like this. EQT previously brought in TA Associates and Hg as minority shareholders to return cash to their backers. Why? In a market where exits are tough, selling a slice of the pie is one way to keep things moving. Will we see more and more situations like this? Could be really positive for small / mid-cap firms? #PrivateEquity #Investment #DealMaking #FinanceNews #Fundraising

New Post: European PE exits in 2024: IPO rebound, LP pressure, secondary sales drive activity - European private equity exits saw a resurgence in 2024, marked by a 5% increase to €14.1 billion in the first half compared to late 2023, driven by a rebound in IPOs, LP pressure, and GP-led secondary deals. Notable exits included EQT's €2.9 billion sale of Idealista to Cinven. The IPO market in EMEIA rose 45% year-on-year, with significant listings like Triton's Renk Group. Increased LP demands prompted GPs to refine exit strategies, while GP-led secondary transactions emerged as a new norm amid traditional exit routes remaining below peak levels. Optimism for the European exit market is expected to grow in 2025. Read the full article here https://lnkd.in/dXW7NQBJ #Venturecapital #VC #investment #LP #Limited Partner

💼 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝘀! 💼 Leveraged buyouts hit an all-time high of $1.2 trillion in 2021, shattering the previous record of $800 billion in 2006! 🚀 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗘𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗺𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲, accounting for 1/5 of all mergers and acquisitions, its highest share in over a decade. In just 5 years, the number of Private Equity funds registered in America has surged by more than 50%, now totaling over 18,000 funds! 📈 If you're in the world of finance, there's never been a better time to explore how #privateequity can drive growth and opportunity. Get insights from RIA+'s own Matthew Andrulot and Peter McGratty CFA that you can act on to help diversify your clients' portfolios with our 3 free videos: 👉 Access them now: https://hubs.la/Q02PztXp0 #PrivateMarkets #PrivateEquity #InvestmentOpportunities #PrivateFunds #WealthManagement #Investing #MoneyManagement #RIA #Leadership #WealthCreation #FinancialAdvisor #PersonalFinance #Business #Equities #FinancialPlanning #BusinessGrowth #FinServe #BusinessDevelopment #MarketInsights

The most significant market reforms in a generation make it easier for international companies to raise capital in London. Discover how we've set the stage for your growth ambitions: https://lseg.group/4d2YJBO #CapitalMarkets #UK #London #MainMarket #IPO #AIM #RaisingFinance

💼 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝘀! 💼 Leveraged buyouts hit an all-time high of $1.2 trillion in 2021, shattering the previous record of $800 billion in 2006! 🚀 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗘𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗺𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲, accounting for 1/5 of all mergers and acquisitions, its highest share in over a decade. In just 5 years, the number of Private Equity funds registered in America has surged by more than 50%, now totaling over 18,000 funds! 📈 If you're in the world of finance, there's never been a better time to explore how #privateequity can drive growth and opportunity. Get insights you can act on to help diversify your clients' portfolios with our 3 free videos hosted by RIA+'s own Matthew Andrulot and Peter McGratty CFA: 👉 Access them now: https://hubs.la/Q02PJdsQ0 #PrivateMarkets #PrivateEquity #InvestmentOpportunities #PrivateFunds #WealthManagement #Investing #MoneyManagement #RIA #Leadership #WealthCreation #FinancialAdvisor #PersonalFinance #Business #Equities #FinancialPlanning #BusinessGrowth #FinServe #BusinessDevelopment #MarketInsights