Opalesque Industry Update - 2014 was the strongest year of private equity investments since the global financial crisis, yet the majority of private
equity fund managers are looking to invest more this year. Preqin spoke to 260 firms* worldwide in November last
year, and 55% claimed they would be investing a higher amount of capital in 2015 compared to last year. A further
35% of managers suggested they would be investing a similar amount as last year. Although very welcoming to the
industry, particularly for those companies seeking financing from private equity sources in 2015, many managers are
also expressing concerns about how difficult it is finding attractive investment opportunities in the current market. Other Private Equity Fund Manager Facts & Views on 2015:
Comment: “The results of Preqin’s latest discussions with private equity fund managers worldwide paint a varied picture. On the one hand, off the back of a strong fundraising year and high levels of dry powder, managers are looking to put a lot more capital to work. This is welcome news to the industry, both for companies that receive this capital and those concerned about the level of capital overhang. A concern of many managers, however, is the availability of attractive investment opportunities. The competition among managers for the best assets, as well as buoyant prices following a strong year for portfolio company exits, is driving up price levels. This is making it more difficult for managers to find a solid pipeline of deals, which could impact returns and, in turn, affect investor appetite.” Christopher Elvin – Head of Private Equity Products, Preqin Press Release
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Industry Updates
Preqin: Private equity on pace to beat 2014 commitment totals
Wednesday, January 28, 2015
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