The global private equity sector is constantly facing new demands and evolving challenges. The fundraising environment is proving especially tough as some investors adopt a more cautious approach to the asset class because of decreased returns during the global financial crisis. Investors are now seeking improved returns for lower fees and greater transparency.
Although the post-crisis economic recovery has been slow in most developed markets, the private equity sector appears in a state of cautious optimism as banking markets continue to recover. However, in our view, high prices for quality assets and a likely low-growth economic environment in the medium term in most developed markets will require general partners to work harder and smarter to add value to their portfolios.
In this environment, we believe private equity leaders will require a better operational understanding of targets pre-acquisition and more value enhancing intervention during ownership. This can require deep insights into the relevant business sectors and a thorough understanding of companies from an operational and strategic perspective. In a challenging business climate, clarity can be essential and we can help provide it.
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KPMG firms were among the first to have dedicated multidisciplinary private equity teams. Our professionals, leveraging global experience and knowledge from other areas of KPMG’s network, are ideally placed to help funds address the challenging market conditions, make use of opportunities in high growth developing markets, and ultimately add value for investors.
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Tilman Ost
Partner, Deal Advisory, EMA Head of Private Equity and Head of Private Equity in Germany
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