Invest Europe

As this year comes to a close, we will bid farewell to the lawyers who have recently stepped down from our Legal & Regulatory Committee (LRC). As their terms come to an end, we would like to extend our sincere appreciation for the valuable expertise they have contributed over the years and for their steadfast support of Invest Europe’s initiatives. We extend a special thanks to Gilles Dusemon and Ana Sofia Batista, who were both Chair of the Committee in past mandates, and to Simon Powell, who was also Chair of our Professional Standards Committee before joining our “LRC”. Charles-Antoine Leunen, Linklaters Benedikt Sudbrock, Acton Capital Ana Sofia Batista, Abreu Advogados Carl Johan Zimdahl, Mannheimer Swartling Kees Groffen, De Brauw Blackstone Westbroek Gilles Dusemon, Arendt & Medernach Simon Powell, Advent International #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #Infrastructure

2024 marked another peak for Invest Europe in terms of deliverables, participation and visibility on behalf of our members. From launching a record number of publications – including notable collaborations – to showcasing some of the most successful investment stories, and organising events around Europe. We also engaged, as never before, with media outlets of note to share authoritative data and insights, provided our members with essential guides, webinars and policy updates, and produced a plethora of online content: industry leader interviews, opinion articles from LPs, social media content and so much more. We continue to actively and proudly represent our European private equity, venture capital, infrastructure and listed private equity members. Watch our 2024 wrap-up video here ⤵️ #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #Infrastructure #IE2024wrapped

Invest Europe Leader Interviews 🎙️ During 2024, we filmed 24 new interviews from some of Europe’s leading private capital practitioners – our library now features over 60 #LeaderViews! This series of interviews has encompassed figures from the mid-market private equity, venture capital and limited partner universe, discussing:  • the industry’s role in boosting sustainability and the transition to net zero • how private equity supports SMEs that are the backbone of Europe’s economy • how the industry provides the strong, long-term growth required by pension funds - helping to support and improve the lives of millions of pensioners across Europe • and much, much more Watch the full series here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/euaGafVH #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #infrastructure #IE2024wrapped

With the end of this year, we will say goodbye to some dedicated members of the Tax Committee. As their term comes to a close, we want to take a moment to express our gratitude for their many years of service. Their expertise and commitment have been the backbone of our committee’s success. Through their hard work and collaboration, they’ve helped us navigate complex challenges, provided invaluable insights, and left a lasting impact that will guide the committee for years to come. Wishing you all the very best in your future endeavours! Edouard Chapellier, Linklaters Tim Hughes, PwC Angelo Rocco Bonissoni, CBA Paz Irazusta, Cuatrecasas Christian Schatz, Flick Gocke Schaumburg Thijs van Dongen, European Investment Fund (EIF) #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #Infrastructure

2024 round-up: our publications 📚 This year, we have again provided our members and the private capital industry in Europe with the most comprehensive range of publications covering key industry data and research, public affairs and regulatory guidance. Key highlights ⤵️ • Forward, our flagship 2024-29 Policy Agenda • Our Listed Private Equity Insights report: Validating Valuations  • Our annual research: Private Equity Activity data, Private Equity at Work, VC Report, Mid-Market Report • Our member-only content: European M&A Regulations, ELTIF Essentials, Performance Benchmark Report • ESG resources: ESG KPIs, ESG Due Diligence Guide, ESG Reporting Template • Our data in third-party reports: European Investment Fund (EIF) VC Market Sentiment Survey, Atomico State of European Tech 2024, Arthur D. Little Market Sentiment Survey, Protecting European Innovation, with EUIPO - European Union Intellectual Property Office • And much more… Visit: https://lnkd.in/ehArj-_d #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #infrastructure #IE2024wrapped

2024 media highlights ✨ Invest Europe has again led the way in private capital thought leadership, actively shifting perceptions of the industry through thought leadership and informed data and research. • +46% in positive articles covering the industry since January 2024 • 217 media mentions of Invest Europe in 2024 (+58% YoY) - significant growth thanks to proactive communication • Top 5 publications: Financial Times, Les Echos, La Repubblica, Expansión, POLITICO • Collaboration with other national private equity and venture capital associations has enhanced Invest Europe’s visibility and credibility at the local level • Trusted by the media as a source of original, reliable data, as well as providing content that not only defends but shapes the industry’s reputation Visit our communications resources for members here: https://lnkd.in/eVE4tw7r #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #infrastructure #IE2024wrapped

Why do private equity and venture capital-backed companies benefit from better performance on trademark and patent filings? “Innovation is at the beating heart of successful companies, and by extension the lifeblood of growing economies. With its ability to help companies develop and commercialise innovation, private equity and venture capital can offer a key to unlock many of the challenges Europe faces.” - Eric de Montgolfier, Invest Europe. “Our collaborative study reveals the undeniable importance of IP rights in shaping a company's future and its appeal to investors. It can be a deciding factor when it comes to venture and equity funds supporting European companies.” - João Negrão, EUIPO. Our new report, with EUIPO - European Union Intellectual Property Office ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eG7ZsGHd #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #infrastructure #EUIPO #IP #IntellectualProperty #innovation #Europe

How do listed private equity firm value their assets? Our new report, Listed Private Equity Insights: Validating Valuations, shows some expected alignment with public markets, as valuations are based in part on comparisons with similar listed companies. However private equity valuations show less volatility, indicating that private equity managers are more conservative, taking a more measured approach to valuations when markets are falling or rising. Get the full report ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ejHEGNQv #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #Infrastructure #ListedPrivateCapital #ListedPrivateEquity #Valuations

In 2024, some of Europe’s leading investors shared their insights on the private capital market through Invest Europe 📣 Our highlights:  • Frank Amberg of AltamarCAM Partners on the role of private capital bridging the $15 trillion infrastructure funding gap. • Patria Investments' Merrick McKay discussing the remarkable achievements of Europe's mid-market private equity funds. • Anders Stromblad of Andra AP-fonden (AP2) looking at why private equity and venture capital are attractive for pension funds, and how private investments are aligning climate action with financial returns. • Sofie Kulp-Tag of Skandia Mutual Life Insurance Company goes in-depth on why long-term commitments to private capital generate returns  • Carolina E. of HarbourVest Partners on where investors can find the highest returns globally (hint – it’s in Europe) • Tesi’s Matias Kaila on how venture capital and private equity has consistently outperformed its global peers over the long term • Anne Fossemalle of EBRD discusses why CEE is a region investors can’t ignore • Tobias Winter of UNIQA Capital Markets GmbH Markets on how private equity ability to drive decarbonisation makes it a powerful force Read the exclusive series of articles from members of our LP Council ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eUnBtKBV #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #infrastructure #IE2024wrapped #investors #LP #LPs #limitedpartners

Invest Europe’s new, open-source template, which reflects a harmonised and unified set of ESG reporting KPIs, is aligned with regulatory requirements, such as the EU’s SFDR, and market templates, like the EDCI and other frameworks. Endorsed by European Investment Fund (EIF), KfW Capital, Sixth Swedish National Pension Fund, Tesi, Invest-NL and Enterprise Ireland. Get the template here: https://lnkd.in/dG8TggNC #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #Infrastructure #ESG #ESGReporting #BuildingBetterBusinesses