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Listen to the NextWave Private Equity podcast series, where EY speaks with industry leaders to discuss emerging opportunities and industry trends shaping the global private equity landscape.The views reflected in this podcast are the views of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of the global EY organization or its member firms.
EY hosts NextWave Private Equity, a business show with 83 episodes published.
Private equity firms remained active but selective in the first half of 2026 as market uncertainty continued to influence investment decisions. While technology-focused transactions declined year over year, non-technolog
Private equity started 2026 with strong momentum, but fresh market volatility shifted dynamics toward greater selectivity. Investors are now focusing on high-quality, well-structured deals, particularly in asset-heavy se
Private equity entered 2026 with renewed momentum following a strong rebound in 2025, marked by a 57% rise in deal value and a significant recovery in exits. Strategic buyers and secondaries helped unlock long‑delayed li
In Q3 2025, private equity activity surged, achieving a record US$310b in deal value as firms capitalized on narrowing valuation gaps and renewed market confidence. With 156 deals announced, including six exceeding US$10
In the first half of 2025, private equity exits reached their highest levels in three years. Corporate acquirers became active buyers, and firms showed increased flexibility on valuations to facilitate the sale of long-h
In Q1 2025, private equity firms saw a 45% rise in deal volume compared to the previous year. However, rising trade tensions are creating caution among investors. Many firms may limit capital deployment in the coming mon
Matt Breitfelder, Partner, and Global Head of Human Capital at Apollo in conversation with Bridget Walsh, EY Global Head of Private Equity. In this episode Matt shares his insights about the role of talent and optimising
Angelo Rufino, Partner and Head of Special Situations in North America and Head of Corporate Special Situations in Europe for Bain Capital, joins Bridget Walsh, EY Global Head of Private Equity. In this episode Angelo sh
Private equity enters 2025 with strong expectations amid favorable market conditions. In 2024, PE firms announced US$565b in deals, a 25% increase in value and 20% in volume from the previous year. Confidence is high, wi
The private equity (PE) market is bouncing back, with deal activity picking up thanks to clearer economic indicators and better financing options. Despite this dealmaking boost, exits are slower, posing challenges for in
In this episode on the NextWave Private Equity Podcast, Matt Brown Founder, CEO and Chairman of CAIS, joins Bridget Walsh to discuss how technology can unlock private wealth for private equity. Technology is revolutioniz
Pete Witte, EY Global Private Equity Lead Analyst, explores the key themes and market dynamics from Q2 2024 that are top of mind for Private Equity (PE) investors. PE Pulse is a quarterly report and corresponding podcast
Pete Witte, EY Global Private Equity Lead Analyst, explores the key themes and market dynamics from Q1 2024 that are top of mind for Private Equity (PE) investors. PE Pulse is a quarterly report and corresponding podcast
In this episode of the NextWave Private Equity podcast, Avi Kalichstein, co-founder and CEO of Hunter Point Capital, joins host Bridget Walsh to discuss the growing market for GP stakes. The private equity landscape is s
In this episode, Flor Kassai, Head of the Buyout Fund at Inflexion Private Equity Partners, a leading mid-market private equity fund, joins our host Bridget Walsh, EY Global Private Equity Leader, to discuss the evolving
In this episode of the NextWave Private Equity podcast, Oi-Yee Choo, CEO of ADDX, joins host Bridget Walsh to discuss tokenization and democratization of private markets. Blockchain is reshaping private investing, and Oi
Pete Witte, EY Global Private Equity Lead Analyst, explores the key themes and market dynamics from 4Q 2023 that are top of mind for Private Equity (PE) investors. PE Pulse is a quarterly report and corresponding podcast
Software's been a powerful theme for PE investors for much of the last decade, representing between one-quarter and one-third of total PE deployment. David Humphrey, Partner in the Technology, Media & Telecommunications
Pete Witte, EY Global Private Equity Lead Analyst, explores the key themes and market dynamics from 3Q 2023 that are top of mind for Private Equity (PE) investors. PE Pulse is a quarterly report and corresponding podcast
Pete Witte, EY Global Private Equity Lead Analyst, explores the key themes and market dynamics from 2Q 2023 that are top of mind for Private Equity (PE) investors. PE Pulse is a quarterly report and corresponding podcast
Matt Brown
Interviewed on Leadership and Success · Rolling Hills Christian Church
1 appearance on this show
Matt Breitfelder
Apollo
1 appearance on this show
Bridget Walsh
EY
2 appearances on this show
Angelo Rufino
Bain Capital
1 appearance on this show
Pete Witte
EY
5 appearances on this show
Avi Kalichstein
Hunter Point Capital
1 appearance on this show
Flor Kassai
Inflexion Private Equity Partners
1 appearance on this show
Oi-Yee Choo
ADDX
1 appearance on this show
David Humphrey
Bain Capital
1 appearance on this show
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