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Curious about private equity? What if we told you that mastering the fundamentals could be as easy as opening your inbox? Moonfare’s PE Starter Course is a six-part, carefully curated email series that breaks down the key concepts of the asset class. Find out more about the curriculum below or sign up to the course here: https://moonfa.re/42f2YqK #PrivateEquity #StarterCourse #Education #Investing

#LongStoryShort: Evergreen funds are becoming an increasingly larger piece of the private markets puzzle. What’s driving their growth? With nearly $700 billion in AUM, these funds currently make up 5% of the market, yet Hamilton Lane projects their share could climb to at least 20% within the next decade. For small and mid-size investors, evergreen structures may offer greater deployment efficiency and potentially lower concentration risk. Fee compression is another factor as evergreen funds tend to be more cost-effective over time, with lower carried interest. “Retail investors are also more price sensitive, which will drive down fees in the long run,” says Drew Schardt, Vice-Chairman of Hamilton Lane, in a Private Equity International article. How do you see evergreen funds complementing traditional structures? Let us know in the comments. #PrivateMarkets #PrivateEquity #EvergreenFunds #Investing

Keep up with our Weekly Wrap for quick insights and key updates from the world of #PrivateMarkets. In this week’s edition, we report on: - Blackstone’s $134 million stake in Indian real estate. - London-based Curve’s £37 million fundraise to challenge Apple Pay. - Malta-based Binance’s $2 billion investment boost for blockchain growth. For in-depth articles and our latest white papers, visit our blog here: https://moonfa.re/3QzDLQB #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #Deals #Acquisitions #Investment

"Helping women to invest more is one way of countering the pensions gap." In his latest Financial Times article, Moonfare’s Chief Economist, Mike OSullivan, explores how improving financial education—particularly for women but also more broadly—can help address long-term financial disparities. Women face barriers to investing, yet greater participation isn’t just about equity—it’s key to economic resilience. Read the article below. #PrivateEquity #Investing #FinancialInclusion #Moonfare #FinancialTimes

Unlisted companies are leading the AI revolution. In his latest article for Citywire France, Moonfare’s Founder and CEO, Dr Steffen Pauls, explores why private markets are at the forefront of AI’s rise—and what this means for investors. As he points out: some of the most disruptive AI companies—OpenAI, Anthropic, Mistral AI, Sakana AI—aren’t on public markets. They’re in private equity. You can read Steffen's article (published in French) below. #ArtificialIntelligence #PrivateEquity #PrivateMarkets #Investing

Join us for an exclusive Deal Talk webinar featuring Nic Humphries – Senior Partner and Executive Chairman at Hg, and Head of the Saturn Fund. Nic has played a pivotal role in transforming Hg into one of Europe’s leading software-focused buyout firms. In this interview with Dr Steffen Pauls, Nic will discuss: ➡️ Hg’s approach to software as a defensive investment strategy. ➡️ The hidden potential in ‘boring’ tech sectors, such as tax and compliance. ➡️ Can Europe challenge the US as a thriving market for technology companies? 🗓️ Date: Wednesday, 19 March ⏰ Time: 11 am GMT / 12 pm CET / 7 pm SGT Reserve your place below. #PrivateEquity #Investment #DealTalk #Webinar #Education

Dinner menu: Veal, caviar and exclusive insights on private markets. This past week, we gathered with investors in Brussels and Amsterdam for two special Moonfare dinners. As always, we shared perspectives that are hard to find anywhere else. Moonfare’s Chief Economist, Mike OSullivan spoke about the geopolitical shifts and market trends that could shape investment decisions in the months ahead. Special thanks to Ethan Dabush and Karim Boussetta for ensuring the events were a success. We look forward to continuing the conversation across Europe and beyond. #PrivateEquity #FinTech #Speaker #Panellist #SocialNetworking #Community #MoonfareEvents #Connecting

Superior qubits, green steel and affordable satellites — find out how PE-backed tech companies are reinventing industries and driving innovation. Read more in our recent article: https://moonfa.re/422vuvz #PrivateEquity #Technology #FinTech #Innovation #Finance

#LongStoryShort: After nearly a century on public markets, Walgreens is set to go private in a massive deal worth up to $23.7 billion. New York-based PE firm Sycamore Partners — known for retail turnarounds —  plans to acquire Walgreens Boots Alliance at $11.45 per share. The transaction, backed by both syndicated and private debt, would be one of the largest healthcare LBOs since the global financial crisis, according to PitchBook. Once a dominant player in the pharmacy space, Walgreens has seen a steep decline, losing nearly 80% of its value over the past five years while grappling with shrinking prescription margins, store closures and rising competition from online marketplaces. “Meaningful value creation will take time, focus, and change that is better managed as a private company,” said Walgreens CEO Tim Wentworth, according to CNN Business. With the deal planned to close in Q4 2025, what do you think it means for future PE activity in the healthcare space? #PrivateMarkets #PrivateEquity #Deals #Finance #News

Stay up to date with our Weekly Wrap where we provide bite-sized updates from the world of  #PrivateMarkets. In today's edition, we explore: - Virginia-based SpecterOps’ $75 million raise to combat identity security threats. - Cleanova’s $1.3 billion acquisition of Tennessee’s Micronics Engineered Filtration Group. - Santa Clara-based Celestial AI’s funding to revolutionise AI infrastructure. For in-depth articles and our latest white papers, visit our blog here: https://moonfa.re/3QzDLQB #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #Fundraising #Deals #Investing