Private equity

Our global private equity team can help you identify, invest in and transform companies to create more value across your portfolio, at every step of your transaction lifecycle.

What separates the best private equity firms from the rest is their ability to spot the right opportunities, find profitable paths to growth, execute strategies that create more value, and achieve the best possible exit — again and again.

EY teams can help increase your ability to create value and maximize return on investment by bringing the skills, technical knowledge, and senior industry experience you need.

We’re ready to assemble and deploy teams of people to work at your side from day one of an assignment. It’s all part of our commitment to the transformative power of private equity.

Our latest thinking

How ESG due diligence is influencing private equity deal-making

ESG due diligence in PE deals mitigates risks, ensures regulatory compliance, and drives long-term value through sustainable, responsible investing.

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How India’s PE/VC outlook for 2025 remains positive amid uncertainty

India’s PE/VC outlook for 2025 remains positive despite uncertainty. EY India explores trends in private equity and venture capital investments & funds.

Vivek Soni

How shared service platforms add value to Private Equity (PE) firms

Explore how shared services platforms boost efficiency and drive value for Private Equity firms, optimizing operations and cutting costs.

Kunal Ghatak

How PE/VC industry in 2023 navigated challenging times with resilience

Explore how the PE/VC industry in 2023 demonstrated remarkable resilience, successfully navigating challenging times. Discover key strategies and insights.

2022 emerged as the second-best year ever for PE/VC investments in India

EY highlights how 2022 emerges as the second-best year ever for PE/VC investments in India, despite the decline in deal activity. Learn more about PE/VC investments in India.

Vivek Soni

Our press releases

PE/VC Investments in India reach US$2.4 billion across 97 deals in May 2025: EY-IVCA Report

Mumbai, 23 June 2025.PE/VC Investments in India reach US$2.4 billion across 97 deals in May 2025 according to the EY-IVCA Report.

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PE/VC Investments in India reach US$4.7 billion across 108 deals in April 2025: EY-IVCA Report

Mumbai, 19 May 2025. PE/VC Investments in India reach US$4.7 billion across 108 deals in April 2025 according to the EY-IVCA report.

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PE/VC Investments in 2024 cross US$56 billion helped by an all-time high volume of 1,352 deals: EY-IVCA Report

Mumbai. 23 January 2024. PE/VC Investments in 2024 cross US$56 billion helped by an all-time high volume of 1,352 deals according to the EY-IVCA Report

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October 2024 recorded PE/VC Investments worth US$4.7 billion across 91 deals: EY-IVCA Report

Mumbai, 18 November 2024.October 2024 recorded PE/VC Investments worth US$4.7 billion across 91 deals according to the EY-IVCA Report

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3Q2024 recorded PE/VC Investments worth US$8.8 billion across 283 deals; 40% y-o-y decline: EY-IVCA Report

Mumbai, 17 October 2024. 3Q2024 recorded PE/VC Investments worth US$8.8 billion across 283 deals; 40% y-o-y decline according to the EY-IVCA Report

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August 2024 recorded PE/VC Investments worth US$2.9 billion across 92 deals: EY-IVCA Report

Mumbai, 16, September 2024. August 2024 recorded PE/VC Investments worth US$2.9 billion across 92 deals according to the EY-IVCA report.

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July 2024 recorded PE/VC Investments worth US$2.7 billion across 81 deals: EY-IVCA Report

July 2024 recorded PE/VC Investments worth US$2.7 billion across 81 deals according to the EY-IVCA Report.

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PE/VC Investments increase to $31.5 Billion in 1H2024, Marking 8% Year-on-Year Growth: EY-IVCA Report

Mumbai, 22 July, 2024. PE/VC Investments increase to $31.5 Billion in 1H2024, Marking 8% Year-on-Year Growth according to the EY-IVCA Report

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PE/VC investments in May 2024 exceeded US$6.9 billion across 115 deals, 54% growth Y-o-Y: EY-IVCA report

Mumbai, 21 March 2024.PE/VC exits in February 2024 recorded a 303% y-o-y surge at US$2.9 billion according to the EY IVCA Report.

EY India

Private Equity Meets AI: Vivek Soni and Santosh Tiwari Offer Valuable Insights

In an engaging discussion, Vivek Soni, EY India's National Leader of Private Equity Services, and Santosh Tiwari, EY-Parthenon India Partner, delve into why PE firms are drawn to AI companies, citing their innovative work and potential for growth. They discuss key considerations for PE funds, including scalability, security, and talent.

PE/VC monthly roundup

EY Private Equity/Venture Capital (PE/VC) Half-Yearly Roundup Report highlights India’s PE/VC investments, deal values, exit dynamics & sector highlights.
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Private equity value creation services

Value creation is at the core of every transaction investment thesis. Our business is organized, resourced and led to help private equity firms transform companies and increase their ability to create more value across their portfolio.
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Exit Readiness

We guide you through potential capital-raising strategies and the organizational changes required to execute and sustain a successful IPO.
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PE Deal Origination

Our private equity deal origination team uses proprietary insights and advanced analytics to develop strategic options and help you invest well. Learn how.
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Digital in private equity

With pricing multiples and competition for deals at historic highs, private equity can either embrace digital or be outpaced by it. Learn more.
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Private Equity Strategy Consulting

EY-Parthenon provides Private Equity Strategy Consulting to private equity firms by helping clients maximize value throughout the investment lifecycle.
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The team

Vivek Soni

Private Equity Leader, EY India

Strategic thinker and leader. More than 22 years of experience in M&A advisory, Private Equity investing, structured finance and running a PE portfolio company. Passionate biker and avid traveler.

Ajay Arora

EY India Head of Investment Banking Advisory

National Leader and head of Investment Banking Advisory. Ajay has over 25 years of Investment Banking experience in Mergers and Acquisitions and Private Equity.

Mayank Rastogi

EY India Investment Banking Partner – Consumer and retail products Markets Leader - Strategy and Transactions

25 years in diverse deal types: Domestic, inbound, and cross-border deals with PE-VC funds, MNCs, and large and mid-sized Indian businesses. Expertise in M&A advisory, fund raises, divestments, due diligence, deal structuring.

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