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THE KPMG PRIVATE EQUITY APPROACH

The KPMG Private Equity (PE) practice supports the industry with customized solutions that span the entire PE lifecycle—from fundraising and initial acquisition to final exit. We leverage our global reach and service capabilities to help clients navigate unique industry challenges and realize their full potential. Through our data-driven methodology, we move beyond basic deal support to deliver value-focused results and comprehensive transformation. By providing solutions such as integrated diligence, AI-driven insights, and portfolio company transformation, our approach focuses on unlocking operational alpha, ensuring that every transaction is a catalyst for long-term value creation.

Insights from Private Equity leaders

KPMG thought leaders share their insights on current trends and developments within the private equity ecosystem.

KPMG Pulse of Private Equity — U.S. and global insights

KPMG Pulse of Private Equity — U.S. and global insights

A KPMG quarterly analysis of U.S. and global private equity activity.

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AI's Value Story Sharpens as Organizations Gain Confidence in Governance, Accountability and Workforce Adoption

AI's Value Story Sharpens as Organizations Gain Confidence in Governance, Accountability and Workforce Adoption

September 24, 2026

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Leveraging AI to accelerate private equity value creation

Leveraging AI to accelerate private equity value creation

Modern technology and trusted data turn AI from a promise into profitable outcomes.

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Value creation in private equity

Value creation in private equity

How leading GPs are now tilting their models to becoming the next-gen ‘quant PE house’.

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Asset Management and Private Equity CEO Outlook

Asset Management and Private Equity CEO Outlook

Asset Managers and Private Equity leaders are increasingly bullish

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From AI pilots to private equity portfolio performance

From AI pilots to private equity portfolio performance

PE firms are embedding AI into portfolio operations, value creation plans, and growth strategies to drive measurable business outcomes.

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The race for operational alpha

The race for operational alpha

Longer hold periods, complex transactions, a challenging exit environment and the rise of AI are reshaping how private equity sponsors create—and demonstrate—portfolio value.

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Private markets valuation under pressure

Private markets valuation under pressure

Transparency, frequency, and auditability in today’s market

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KPMG Private

Whether you’re a high-growth venture capital or private equity-backed company, family enterprise, or asset manager, we help companies at every stage of their journey make bold moves, build trust, drive growth, and fuel innovation.

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KPMG Private Markets Data Modernization Services

KPMG offers a full suite of services to meet the specific data modernization needs of the private credit market.

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KPMG Private Audit Services

Whether you’re a venture capital or private equity-backed company, family business, family office, or fund, KPMG brings a tailored approach, delivering a better audit experience focused on your unique needs.

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Generative AI

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Performance Improvement

Elevate your business by defining and delivering rapid EBITDA improvement using a data-driven approach to identifying, quantifying and implementing opportunities.

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Conversations with private equity leaders

A discussion series for private equity leaders and professionals

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Value creation in private equity

How leading GPs are now tilting their models to becoming the next-gen ‘quant PE house’.
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Cash in hand eclipses paper gains

Discover how private equity leaders are focusing on DPI, not just paper gains from IRR, to generate cash without waiting for full exits.

Cash in hand eclipses paper gains
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Optimizing private equity exits and enhancing business performance

An uncertain global environment means it has never been more important to start laying the foundations for exit earlier in the investment lifecycle.
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KPMG Survey: Private market investment priorities

AI and Emerging Technologies Dominate Private Market Investment Amid Market Uncertainty
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Private Equity in healthcare: Driving innovation and value

Innovations in the healthcare space are ripe for private equity investment.
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How leading PE sponsors leverage working capital to fund strategic initiatives

Optimizing cash flows can enhance business performance, create operational value, and unlock substantial returns.
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Transforming Healthcare and Life Sciences

Navigating the new economics of care, compliance, and innovation.

Healthcare and Life Sciences
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Energy & Chemicals

Energy companies need a disciplined approach to preparing for both anticipated and unexpected change; KPMG can help.

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Technology, media, and telecommunications

Whether you’re a leader accelerating digital transformation or a start-up at an inflection point, we can help you navigate the dynamic world.

Technology, media, and telecommunications
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Industrial Manufacturing evolution: traditional to smart industrials

Manufacturers of goods—from traditional products to the latest technology—are adjusting to new consumer needs, government regulations, and global trade policies.

Industrial Manufacturing evolution: traditional to smart industrials
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Portfolio value creation for private equity sponsors

Pulling the key levers that drive value and improve EBITDA
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Deliver value through transactions

Make the most of M&A opportunities with data-driven, AI-enabled insights that drive faster outcomes. 
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KPMG Quarterly AI Pulse Survey

Perspectives from Asset Management and Private Equity leaders

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    Private Equity Perspectives

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    Meet our team

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    Donald L. Zambarano
    US Private Equity Sector Leader, Providence Managing Partner, Director of the Americas Region, and member of the US Board of Directors, KPMG US
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    Ricky Rahaman
    Asset Management & Private Equity Tax Practice Leader, KPMG US
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    Carole Streicher
    Asset Management & Private Equity Advisory Practice Leader, KPMG US
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    Matt Giordano
    Asset Management & Private Equity Audit Practice Leader, KPMG US
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    Donald L. Zambarano
    US Private Equity Sector Leader, Providence Managing Partner, Director of the Americas Region, and member of the US Board of Directors, KPMG US
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    Ricky Rahaman
    Asset Management & Private Equity Tax Practice Leader, KPMG US
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    Carole Streicher
    Asset Management & Private Equity Advisory Practice Leader, KPMG US
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    Matt Giordano
    Asset Management & Private Equity Audit Practice Leader, KPMG US
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