Private equity market outlook

Private equity leaders are operating in a market where returns depend on disciplined investment decisions, active ownership and the ability to respond to changing financing, geopolitical and sector conditions. Our global private equity research combines market data, perspectives from private equity professionals around the world and the experience of our specialists to examine how firms are investing, creating value and positioning portfolios for growth and exit. 

Our private equity market outlook combines a flagship annual report with regular in-depth insights throughout the year. The annual report provides a global benchmark of market sentiment, priorities and expectations, covering areas including portfolio performance and value creation, financing and exits, fundraising and LP relationships, cross-border growth, AI and sector-specific investment opportunities and risks. 

Further research and analysis explore these themes and emerging market developments in greater depth, helping private equity leaders stay informed as conditions evolve. From due diligence and deal execution to portfolio transformation, international expansion and exit readiness, our insights examine how shifts in the market are translating into investment and operational decisions for private equity firms and their portfolio companies.

Explore our private equity market outlook and insights 

Explore current and previous editions of our private equity market outlook to track how market sentiment, investment priorities and portfolio strategies have evolved over time, alongside further insights examining the issues shaping private equity firms and their portfolios. 

Private equity solutions 

 Successful private equity investment requires more than identifying the right opportunity. From acquisition through ownership to exit, firms need a clear view of risk, performance and the levers that can create value across the portfolio. 

Forvis Mazars works with private equity firms and portfolio companies throughout the investment lifecycle. Our multidisciplinary teams combine private equity and sector expertise across deals and due diligence, tax, audit, consulting and transformation to support investment decisions, strengthen portfolio performance and prepare businesses for their next stage of growth or ownership. 

Our global network also supports firms pursuing cross-border transactions and expansion, bringing together local market knowledge with international coordination. Whether assessing an investment, accelerating a value creation plan, addressing operational or financial challenges or preparing for exit, we help clients focus on the issues that can have the greatest impact on value.

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About the private equity market outlook 

What is the Forvis Mazars private equity market outlook? 

The private equity market outlook is Forvis Mazars’ global programme of private equity research and insights. Anchored by a flagship annual report, it benchmarks market sentiment, priorities and expectations while examining the trends influencing investment strategies, portfolio companies and the direction of the market. 

What does the private equity market outlook cover? 

Our research covers the issues shaping private equity across the investment lifecycle, including investment strategy, portfolio performance and value creation, financing and exits, fundraising and LP relationships, cross-border investment and growth, AI, macroeconomic and geopolitical conditions and sector-specific investment opportunities and risks. 

Who contributes to the private equity market outlook research? 

The research brings together perspectives from private equity professionals across regions, sectors, investment strategies and firm profiles, providing a benchmark of how priorities, expectations and approaches are evolving across the global market. 

How often is the private equity market outlook published? 

The flagship global report is published annually, supported by further research, analysis and perspectives throughout the year that explore emerging private equity market developments in greater depth.