Trying to time the market for a fundraising round is a tempting strategy for many companies looking to maximize their valuation and attract suitable investors. It is incredibly difficult to predict market trends with any degree of accuracy.
There were 45% fewer private equity fund closings in 2022 vs 2021, according to data from S&P Global. Alongside record inflation and rising interest rates, a less quoted reason for this decrease is the Denominator Effect.
Private equity funds are searching for quality mid-market investments European private equity funds currently have an estimated £240 billion to invest. What are the most important factors they currently look for in a high-quality investment?