We curate most relevant posts about Private Equity on LinkedIn and regularly share key takeaways. This edition is brought to you by our partners Informa and Private Equity Insights. Don't miss out on their upcoming conferences - SuperReturn Secondaries Europe and Private Equity Insights Germany. Find the links of the conferences in the description below. 1. https://informaconnect.com/superreturn-secondaries-europe/ 2. https://pe-insights.com/germany/ This edition provides reports from early 2026 highlight a significant transition in the private equity industry, moving away from financial engineering towards a rigorous focus on operational value creation. Industry experts emphasise that success now depends on technological integration, particularly the adoption of Agentic AI and data-driven systems to enhance deal-team efficiency and portfolio performance. Strategic clarity is presented as vital, with leaders advocating for simplified value-creation plans and the recruitment of interim operators rather than mere consultants to bridge the execution gap. While exit activity is rebounding through IPOs and continuation funds, the market remains challenging, forcing a shift towards long-term asset durability and disciplined manager selection. Furthermore, the rise of multi-asset platforms and family offices is reshaping the competitive landscape, prioritising sustainable growth over traditional leverage models. Overall, the sources collectively signal that leadership alignment and operational alpha have become the primary drivers of investor returns in a high-interest-rate environment. This podcast was created via Google Notebook LM.

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