The global private equity sector is constantly facing new demands and evolving challenges.

The fundraising environment is proving especially tough as some investors adopt a more cautious approach to the asset class as a result of decreased returns during the global financial crisis. Investors are now seeking improved returns for lower fees, and greater transparency.

A Landscape of Cautious Optimism

Although the post-crisis economic recovery has been slow in most developed markets, the private equity sector appears in a state of cautious optimism as banking markets continue to recover. The landscape is shifting, presenting new possibilities for those ready to move forward.
The Imperative for Added Value

However, high prices for quality assets and a likely low-growth economic environment in the medium term will require General Partners to work harder and smarter. To add true value to their portfolios, GPs must develop a better operational understanding of targets pre-acquisition and commit to more value-enhancing intervention during ownership.
The Demand for Deep Operational Insight

Consequently, advisers must possess deep insight into relevant business sectors, understanding companies thoroughly from both an operational and strategic perspective. In a challenging business climate, clarity is essential—and we are positioned to provide it.

What do we do?

KPMG was the first accountancy organization to have a dedicated multi-disciplinary private equity group. Our professionals, leveraging global expertise from other areas of the firm, are ideally placed to help funds to address the challenges of these more benign market conditions, exploit opportunities in high-growth developing markets and ultimately add value for your investors.