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Private Equity: evolving into a new era

As the transaction market heats up, private equity firms must balance an increase in buy and sell side opportunities with a continued focus on value creation in existing portfolios -- all the while meeting growing regulations and risks. Are you strategically positioned? Discover how we can help you comply with today’s regulatory landscape while distinctively setting yourself apart.

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Our worldwide network of assurance, tax, transaction and advisory professionals have the deep sector knowledge and technical experience to interpret the market and help you compete effectively.

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Whether you’re looking to improve portfolio performance, manage your funds better or maximize your transaction process more effectively, we can help you adapt to today’s environment with a tailored approach.

December 2011 private equity backed IPO market

Global IPO markets started strong in 2011, but new issuance dropped midway through the year. Despite this, PE-backed deals accounted for 24% of the global proceeds raised in 2011, the highest percentage on record. Find out what’s on the horizon for PE in 2012 and beyond.

Global Capital Confidence Barometer

Private equity firms have spent the last three years adapting to a new paradigm defined by sustained volatility co-existing with increased fund–raising, acquisition and divestiture activity. Despite unsettled markets and an increasingly unpredictable economic outlook, investors see the potential for opportunistic investments and high returns in the current environment.

Asia Pacific private equity outlook

Private equity investors are increasingly ramping up activity in Asia Pacific by opening offices, raising capital and executing transactions. And for those struggling to find yield in traditional markets, Asia Pacific may provide a world of opportunity. What can you expect for 2012 and beyond? We offer plenty of insights.

How do private equity investors create value?

Private equity exits continue to out-perform public companies — even in difficult times — across most sectors and regions. In this study of European PE exits, our research shows that while the macro-economic outlook remains uncertain in Europe and beyond, PE involvement creates lasting value throughout economic cycles. See how.

Private equity opportunities in emerging markets

Geographic diversification is increasing and PE firms continue to look to the emerging markets for investment and growth opportunities. What successful strategies are global PE firms implementing in emerging markets like China, India and Brazil? Find out here.

Private equity in China

China’s unprecedented rapid economic expansion, combined with significant near-term upside potential, is attracting private equity firms in search of growth rates and opportunities largely unavailable in more developed economies. Find out which trends are driving China’s transformation.

The state of private equity

With less leverage available, increased regulation looming and possible industry shakeout, how are firms preparing for the future? To shed light on these issues, we spoke to John Harley, Ernst & Young’s Global Head of Private Equity, and Jeffrey Bunder, Americas Head of Private Equity.

PE-backed IPO update – April 2010
IPOs are on a steady climb. In March alone, 12 PE-backed deals were priced to raise $4.3b in proceeds, bringing year-to-date issuance to $6.7b. Through the first quarter of 2010, PE firms executed 25 IPOs globally, with 10 listings on Americas exchanges, 10 in Asia-Pacific and 5 in EMEA.
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