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Continuation vehicles reshaping private equity exits, says Schroders

Continuation vehicles (CVs) are becoming a defining feature of private equity exit strategies, with implications that could fundamentally reshape the industry’s traditional buyout model, according to a report by Bloomberg citing new research from Schroders Capital, the private assets division of Schroders.

Bain and Cinven revisit IPO for Stada

Bain Capital and Cinven are resuming IPO preparations for German pharmaceutical company Stada Arzneimittel, following a pause in sale discussions with CapVest Partners, according to a report by Bloomberg citing sources familiar with the matter.

Switzerland leads Europe in M&A growth

Switzerland has emerged as one of Europe’s most active M&A markets in 2025, with deal volumes surging over 465% year-to-date to $16.7bn driven in part by significant private equity dealmaking, according to a report by Bloomberg.

Pritzker Private Capital closes fourth fund at $3.4bn

Chicago-based Pritzker Private Capital has closed its fourth fund PPC IV with $3.4bn in capital commitments from mix of institutional investors across North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America, surpassing its $3bn target, according to a report by Bloomberg.

Aurobindo Pharma frontrunner to secure $5.6bn deal for Advent’s Zentiva

India’s Aurobindo Pharma has emerged as the frontrunner to acquire Prague-based generics manufacturer Zentiva from Advent International in a deal valued at up to $5.5bn, in what would be one of the largest European healthcare exits of the year, according to a report by the Economic Times.

Neuberger Berman nears first close for $5bn secondary fund

Neuberger Berman is expecting to reach half of the $5bn fund-raising target for its flagship secondary private equity fund when it holds the initial first close by the end of 2025, according to a report by Bloomberg citing unnamed sources familiar with the matter.

Platinum Equity to acquire Anuvu

Platinum Equity has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Anuvu, a provider of media and connectivity solutions serving mobility markets including aviation, maritime, and government sectors.

North American PE and VC firms increasingly focus on outsourcing

North American mid-market private equity and venture capital firms have been increasingly turning to third party providers for a range of fund administration services and this trend is only set to continue over the next two years, according to new research from Ocorian.

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