Consolidation Nation: How PE Firms Are Bailing Out of a Tough Exit Market The private equity industry's woes in Europe have been well documented, with interest rates soaring and inflation lingering.
Amidst this backdrop of uncertainty, sponsors are consolidating their way out of the market, driven by a desire to increase the chances of a successful exit.
According to Richard Damming, head of PE investments Europe at Schroders Capital, sponsors are creating value by consolidating markets and doing the heavy lifting on integration for future buyers.