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Fluctuating market dynamics are driving private equity (PE) firms and portfolio companies to seek additional value creation levers and new strategies to accelerate growth. PE firms need to evolve their operations and investment decisions to stay ahead of the market and deliver stronger returns.
98%
of PEI top 50 buyout firms chose to work with EY in 2025
23,000+
PE specialists worldwide delivering expertise and tailored support
US$1b+
annual spend developing software to provide automation and insights
Solving your complex challenges
- Transacting confidently
- Creating value quickly
- Harnessing tech and AI
CHALLENGE
Seizing opportunities, optimizing deal structures and navigating risks
Executing confidently on transactions is difficult amid macroeconomic volatility, geopolitical complexity and rising competitive pressures. PE firms need to prioritize strong origination capabilities and innovative deal structures to stay ahead.
HOW EY CAN HELP
We combine deep expertise in leading investment sectors with data-driven insights to help clients make strategic investment decisions.
- Better decisions made faster: Providing clarity on core sector challenges to help funds and portfolio companies make accurate, timely decisions.
- Validated assumptions and tailored investment strategies: Applying deep sector experience — combined with research and analysis strengthened by AI — to help firms confidently execute on strategic investment opportunities.
- Accelerated, insight-driven deal execution: Performing comprehensive financial, tax, commercial, operational, IT and cyber due diligence to identify value drivers, optimize deal structures and mitigate risks.
CHALLENGE
Rapidly executing change, unlocking performance across portfolio companies
PE firms under pressure to deliver results quickly are slowed by fragmented data, unclear priorities and operational complexity. Balancing speed with strategic clarity is essential to deliver returns.
HOW EY CAN HELP
We accelerate operational transformation by strategically sequencing change and driving activities to completion, while implementing monitoring and measures for sustainability. Our globally connected teams deploy proven frameworks and advanced technology to help clients deliver measurable results.
- Accelerated revenue and growth strategies: Helping PE firms and their portfolio companies optimize commercial strategies to enhance brand strength and profitability.
- Seamless technology adoption: Empowering transformation with responsible, compliant, and ROI-focused data, technology and AI solutions.
- Enhanced operational and capital efficiency: Delivering smarter cost management, optimized liquidity, and resilient supply chains.
- Optimized exits: Bolstering exit-readiness early in the lifecycle to support compelling equity stories and maximize exit outcomes.
CHALLENGE
Leveraging data, technology and AI practically and responsibly for maximum impact
Unlocking the full value of technology, data and AI investments can enable sharper decision-making and optimize portfolios. However, limited data quality, high implementation costs, talent shortages and complex regulatory requirements can make this challenging.
HOW EY CAN HELP
We help clients achieve sustainable growth by seamlessly integrating data, technology and AI into their operations. Advanced analytics, tailored AI solutions and strategic guidance enable smarter decisions, operational agility and continuous innovation.
- Accelerated, responsible transformation: Establishing robust frameworks and governance so leaders can confidently adopt AI and advanced technologies for high-impact results.
- Targeted, effective implementations: Designing and deploying practical AI and technology use cases and leveraging our strategic alliance partners to support rapid, value-driven execution.
- Engaged leadership and teams: Supporting board-level engagement and organization-wide change management to help ensure adoption and alignment.
- Clear, quantified ROI: Building realistic business cases and value models to demonstrate where, how and when technology investments deliver measurable returns.
Explore our Offerings
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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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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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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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Our latest thinking
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How India’s PE/VC outlook for 2025 remains positive amid uncertainty
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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.
Our press releases
PE/VC Investments in India reach US$5.3 billion across 102 deals in October 2025 : EY-IVCA Report
Mumbai, 28 November 2025.PE/VC Investments in India reach US$5.3 billion across 102 deals in October 2025 according to the EY-IVCA Report.
PE/VC Investments in India reach US$11.7 billion across 369 deals in 3Q2025 : EY-IVCA Report
Mumbai, 18 October 2025. PE/VC Investments in India reach US$11.7 billion across 369 deals in 3Q2025 according to the EY-IVCA Report
PE/VC Investments in India reach US$2.8 billion across 115 deals in August 2025: EY-IVCA Report
Mumbai, 29 September 2025: According to the EY-IVCA monthly PE/VC roundup, private equity and venture capital investments in India decreased by 31% in August 2025 compared to July 2025 in value terms.
PE/VC Investments in India reach US$4 billion across 115 deals in July 2025: EY-IVCA Report
Read how India’s PE/VC investments hit US$4B in July 2025 over 115 deals boosted by fintech, healthcare exits, strong deal flow and investor confidence.
PE/VC Investments in India reach US$26.4 billion across 593 deals in 1H2025: EY-IVCA Report
Mumbai, 29 July 2025, PE/VC Investments in India reach US$26.4 billion across 593 deals in 1H2025 according to the EY-IVCA Report.
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.
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.
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
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
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
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.
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.
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
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.