Q4 Barometer: European deal volume sets new annual record
European private equity deal-making reached an all-time high in 2018 despite losing some momentum in the final quarter, according to the latest Unquote Private Equity Barometer, published in association with Aberdeen Standard Investments.
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Despite stiff competition for assets, PE firms in the DACH region hit record deal volume in 2018 and expect further growth in 2019
Tesi to invest €75m in circular economy initiatives
Tesi’s fund-of-funds programme makes 5-10 investments per year, totalling €100-150m
Strong Italian dealflow boosts southern European activity
Italy reached an all-time peak in terms of buyout dealflow and aggregate value in 2018, boosting the region's figures as a whole
UK activity taking hit in 2018 despite mid-market resilience
Buyouts valued at more than £500m fell by 56% in aggregate value terms in 2018, and by 43% in terms of volume
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