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France’s Private Market Experience Turbulence as Activity Slows in Q3 : Research

French public markets in Q3 have reportedly clawed back their losses from the early-quarter tariff shock, however, private markets still lagged as sponsors took a wait-and-see approach. This, according to a recent research report from PitchBook which also noted that deal activity slowing and fundraising… Read More

Germany’s Private Markets Hit Pause in Q3 as VC Investments Cooled : Research

Germany’s private markets have hit pause in Q3 2025 as venture capital investment cooled following several quarters of “renewed optimism.” This, according to an update from PitchBook which also noted that the slowdown marked somewhat of a reset for the European nation’s startup ecosystem, though… Read More

European Venture Markets : AI Now a Dominant Factor while Exits Remain Uneven

European venture markets this year continue to tell two very different stories and contrasting narratives, according to a report from PitchBook. On one hand, artificial intelligence appears to have cemented itself as the dominant force, making up almost 40% of deal value YTD and delivering… Read More

Increased Exit Activity and Dealmaking Positions Private Equity to End Year on Positive Note, Report Claims

Steady dealmaking alongside increased exit activity positions private equity to end the current financial year on a relatively high note, according to recent update from PitchBook. PitchBook researchers noted in their latest report that following the increased uncertainty in Q2, headwinds are now starting to… Read More

Real Estate Markets Show Tentative Recovery in H1 2025, Report Reveals

As the world navigates a post-pandemic economic landscape marked by inflation and geopolitical tensions, the global real estate sector entered 2025 with cautious optimism. PitchBook‘s H1 2025 Global Real Estate Report paints a picture of stabilization after years of turbulence. While fundraising and deal activity… Read More

Private Debt Is Maturing as an Asset Class with Steady Increase in AuM, Report Claims

In the first half of 2025, the global private debt market demonstrated remarkable resilience amid economic headwinds, including persistent inflation and geopolitical uncertainties. PitchBook‘s latest H1 2025 Global Private Debt Report paints a picture of a maturing asset class, with assets under management (AUM) surging… Read More

Private Credit Market Shows Resilience in a Volatile Middle Market : Analysis

The private credit landscape continues to evolve amid economic headwinds, underscored the sector’s adaptability, the researchers at PitchBook have noted. Private credit, once a niche alternative to traditional lending, has surged as a go-to financing mechanism for middle-market companies grappling with syndicated loan market disruptions…. Read More

Venture Capital Now Increasingly Bifurcated by AI with Advancements Surging in Certain Sectors – Analysis

The venture capital ecosystem stands at a pivotal fork in the road, as outlined in PitchBook‘s latest Quantitative Perspectives report. The analysis reveals a market increasingly bifurcated by artificial intelligence (AI), where innovation surges in select areas while broader activity remains subdued. As of August… Read More

Greater China Private Capital Market Experiences Continued Slowdown in Investment Activity, Report Reveals

The Greater China private capital market, encompassing mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan, experienced a continued slowdown in investment activity in the first half of 2025, driven by macroeconomic pressures, geopolitical uncertainties, and global capital reallocation. According to PitchBook s 2025 Greater China Private… Read More

US PE Middle Market Showcases Sequential Improvements in Deal Activity Despite Moderating Exit Volumes : Research

In the evolving landscape of private equity, the US middle market continues to carve out a path of resilience, even as broader economic uncertainties loom. PitchBook‘s Q2 2025 US PE Middle Market Report paints a somewhat optimistic picture for the first half of the year,… Read More

Insurtech VC Trends Update: Insurance Industry Continues Digital Transformation

As the insurance industry continues its digital transformation, venture capital in insurtech remains a positive contributor amid broader market volatility. PitchBook‘s Q2 2025 Insurtech VC Trends update, released this month, offers a snapshot of the sector’s pulse through mostly the first half of this year…. Read More

Private Market Fundraising in Q2 2025 Showed Cautious Optimism : Research

The private market fundraising ecosystem in Q2 2025 demonstrates cautious optimism, as outlined in PitchBook’s latest Global Private Market Fundraising Report. Despite ongoing economic uncertainties, private capital fundraising has shown resilience, with capital commitments stabilizing after years of decline. The report highlights key trends in… Read More

UK Private Capital Markets Subjected to Macroeconomic Pressures and Shifting Investment Strategies : Research

The UK’s private capital markets in 2025, as detailed in PitchBook’s recent UK Private Capital Breakdown, present a complex environment shaped by macroeconomic pressures, shifting investment strategies, and sectoral resilience. The report highlights a divergent performance between venture capital and private equity, with VC activity… Read More

Cybersecurity Venture Capital Surges in Q2 2025, Supported by AI-Driven Demand : Research

The cybersecurity sector has experienced a resurgence in venture capital activity in Q2 2025, marking its strongest quarter since mid-2022. According to the latest Cybersecurity VC Trends report from PitchBook, the industry saw $4 billion invested across 163 transactions, reflecting a significant uptick in deal… Read More

Digital Commerce Enablement Sector Secured $3.3B in Venture Capital in Q2 2025 : Research

The e-commerce sector continues to evolve, with venture capital activity in Q2 2025 showcasing resilience despite a complex economic environment. According to PitchBook’s Q2 2025 E-Commerce VC Trends report, startups in the e-commerce enablement space raised $3.3 billion in venture capital, marking an 11.4% increase… Read More

US Private Equity Market Remains Steady Amid Challenging Economic Environment : Research

The private equity landscape in the United States continues to evolve, with the Q2 2025 US Public PE and GP Deal Roundup from PitchBook offering a comprehensive look at the strategies and trends shaping the industry. Focused on the activities of seven major publicly traded… Read More

Private Equity, Venture Capital, Real Estate Trends Examined in Report with Focus on Fed’s Rate Decisions

The PitchBook Q3 2025 Quantitative Perspectives: US Market Insights report has provided an analysis of the US private markets amidst a dynamic macroeconomic environment. The report examines trends across private equity, venture capital, real estate, real assets, and private debt, with a particular focus on… Read More

US Venture Capital Secondary Market Gains Traction as Liquidity Mechanism : Research

The US venture capital secondary market continues to gain traction as a critical mechanism for liquidity in a challenging venture environment, with its estimated size reaching $65 billion in Q2 2025, up from $60 billion in the previous quarter. This growth, detailed in PitchBook’s Q2… Read More

US IPO Market for VC backed Firms Is Showing Signs of Cautious Optimism : Analysis

The U.S. initial public offering (IPO) market for venture capital (VC)-backed companies in 2025 is showing signs of cautious optimism, yet significant hurdles remain, according to PitchBook’s Q3 2025 Analyst Note, Navigating the New Standards for VC-Backed IPOs. The research report from PitchBook highlights a… Read More

European Venture Capital Valuations Climb in Q2 2025 Amid Market Uncertainty : Research

The European venture capital market has shown resilience in the second quarter of 2025, with valuations and deal sizes rising across most series despite ongoing geopolitical turbulence and macroeconomic uncertainty. According to PitchBook’s Q2 2025 European VC Valuations Report, the region’s startup ecosystem is navigating… Read More

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