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Dry Powder: The Private Equity Podcast

Dry Powder: Live from SuperReturn 2024

Jun 6, 2024
Jim Strang, Chairman of HgCapital Trust, discusses the future of private equity industry, addressing liquidity challenges, opportunities in the middle market, evolution of capital sources, returns in private equity markets, and future trends such as resiliency and innovation.
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Quick takeaways

  • Private equity industry faces challenges in exiting holdings due to liquidity demands.
  • Continuation funds offer a strategic solution to manage assets and address liquidity concerns effectively.

Deep dives

The State of Private Equity Industry

The private equity industry is experiencing changes influenced by macroeconomic factors like interest rate rises and inflation spikes. Challenges include dealing with exits from holdings, with around 28,000 companies held, valued at $3 trillion, and the need for liquidity to meet investor demands.

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