Invest Europe

Invest Europe Leader Interviews ??? ? In our latest Leader Interview, Mitesh Pabari of Hamilton Lane looks at how private equity supports the backbone of Europe’s economy: SMEs. ? “By number 85% of all private equity investments in Europe are with SMEs. This is where the opportunity lies and these are the companies that need help. Help with managing their own succession, help with growing, whether organically or through M&A, help with navigating through market cycles such as the recent pandemic.” ? Explore and watch all interviews ?? https://lnkd.in/euaGafVH ? #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #Infrastructure #LeaderViews #SMEs #Europe

What makes Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) such an exciting opportunity for mid-market private equity? With high-growth potential, resilient businesses, and some of Europe’s most dynamic entrepreneurs, the region is turning heads—even in challenging times. From supporting 7x faster job creation to driving cross-border integration and green innovation, private equity is shaping CEE’s economic landscape. Dive into the full article by Anne Fossemalle (EBRD, Invest Europe) to discover why CEE is a region investors can’t ignore. ?? Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eKZVAwFz #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #Infrastructure #investors #LP #LPs #limitedpartners #MidMarketImpact

Pensions – A Virtuous Circle During European Retirement Week, explore our A Different Angle film series, which looks at the role of private equity and venture capital in European society. In this film we illustrate the virtuous circle comprising state pension systems who invest in private equity funds who then yield returns that finance pensions - gains that will ensure European citizens have a decent standard of living. Watch it here ?? https://lnkd.in/d-p8Tz4b ? #EuropeanRetirementWeek #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #Infrastructure #ADifferentAngle Coller Capital Federated Hermes abrdn

Growing European jobs! ???????? European Mid-Market private equity-backed companies added over 160,000 jobs in 2022, representing employment growth of 7.9%, well ahead of the 2.0% for all European companies. Those jobs were added in companies at the heart of Europe’s sustainable and digital transformation, with 20% more workers hired in the energy and environment sector, 15% more in ICT, and 10% in finance and insurance, a sector fuelled by Europe’s strength in dynamic fintechs. Invest Europe’s Mid-Market Private Equity report: https://bit.ly/IE-MMReport #MidMarketImpact #BuildingBetterBusinesses #PrivateEquity #MidMarket #VentureCapital #employment #growth?

How does private equity performance stack up? Mid-market buyouts, European private equity’s engine room, generated the best performance of the segment with a net IRR of 16.90%, almost 10 percentage points ahead of listed equities. Members can read the Performance of European Private Equity report here ?? https://bit.ly/PMEReport #PrivateEquityPerformance #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #MidMarketImpact

Invest Europe Leader Interviews ??? “In Finland, private equity-backed companies are growing on average 6-7 times faster and creating 10 times more jobs than their peer group. It’s so much more than transactions – it’s value creation, growing people and growing companies.” Pia K?ll of CapMan explains the transformative effect of private equity investment on businesses and society ?? https://lnkd.in/eXJJUsBr #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #Infrastructure #LeaderViews #growthcapital #midmarket #MidMarketImpact

Invest Europe releases updated, public ESG Reporting Template ?? In cooperation with VentureESG, Invest Europe has released its new, updated ESG Reporting Template. The template, released publicly ahead of the 2024/25 reporting period, includes a new template for seed and early-stage venture capital fund managers and their portfolio companies. The guidance has been endorsed by European Investment Fund (EIF), KfW, Sixth Swedish National Pension Fund, Tesi, Invest-NL and Enterprise Ireland. Read the press release: https://lnkd.in/eAg7Pun8 #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #Infrastructure #ESG #ESGReporting #BuildingBetterBusinesses?

Invest Europe Leader Interviews ??? ? Louis Godron of Argos Wityu on the role of the private equity industry in Europe ?? ? ?? “We are managing the savings of millions and millions of people and we take it very seriously.” ?? “We invest in businesses and help them grow faster, get stronger, innovate more, go international and create value and jobs.” ? Watch the full interview ?? https://lnkd.in/exGXCP3q ? #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #Infrastructure #LeaderViews #growthcapital #midmarket #MidMarketImpact

Private Equity Activity H1 2024 report highlights Private equity and venture capital exits at cost in the first half of 2024 increased by 5% to €14 billion compared with the second half of 2023, although were down year on year, as inflation stablised and central banks kicked off the interest rate cutting cycle towards the end of the period. While below historical levels, IPOs picked up to account for 9% of exits at cost, while sales to other private equity firms and trade sales represented 35% and 25% of exit value respectively. Get the full report ?? https://lnkd.in/e55Ws8Wq #PEActivity #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #infrastructure #lifesciences #biotech #pharma #healthcare

?? Retailisation: Private Equity gains ground among young investors A recent OpinionWay survey by Bpifrance and France Invest reveals that private equity (PE) is becoming increasingly attractive to younger generations. Among French investors under 40: ? 81% view PE positively (compared to 69% overall) ? 23% have already invested in PE (vs. 10% overall) ? Nearly half are ready to invest (vs. 30% overall) Education is key: Familiarity with PE boosts investment intent from 30% among all respondents to an impressive 77% among prior investors. To bridge this gap, Bpifrance and France Invest have launched the 'épargner Autrement' platform to increase public awareness and understanding of PE opportunities. At Invest Europe, we believe that education and transparency are vital for opening investment opportunities for all. Listed private equity allows investors of all sizes to invest, expanding the accessibility of PE/VC investments. Listed PE offers investors the advantage of increased liquidity: investors can trade their shares on the stock exchange, providing them with greater flexibility and the ability to access their capital more easily whenever needed. Our Listed Private Equity landing page and our latest report on valuations are part of this effort to deepen understanding and foster confidence in the sector. ?? Explore our latest report on Listed PE valuations: https://lnkd.in/ee2EWvmc