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      The private capital market has emerged as a pivotal force in the global economy, reflecting a remarkable trajectory of growth and transformation. Over the past decade, private capital has increasingly become a vital source of funding for businesses across various sectors, driving innovation, job creation, and economic development. As traditional financing avenues evolve, private equity, venture capital, private debt, and other forms of private investment are stepping into the spotlight, providing essential capital to both established enterprises and startups alike.

      This shift not only underscores the resilience and adaptability of the private capital market but also highlights its expanding role in shaping the future of industries worldwide. At KPMG, we recognize the significance of this evolution and are committed to supporting our clients in navigating the complexities and opportunities within the private capital landscape, ensuring they are well-positioned to thrive in an ever-changing economic environment.

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      John Cho

      Partner and National Leader, Deal Advisory; Global Institutional Investors Group Lead

      KPMG in Canada

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      • Helping pensions plans and institutional investors maximize efficiency and investment performance

        We can help pension plans and institutional investors optimize operations, identify opportunities and execute deals with confidence. Our teams will support you at every stage of the investment cycle, from organization to exit, including:

        • Enterprise efficiency
        • Origination
        • Deal execution
        • Portfolio company operations
        • Exit strategies
      • Supporting private equity firms through the full investment lifecycle

        KPMG can provide private equity firms with strategic insights and hands-on support such as:

        • Fundraising
        • Origination
        • Deal execution
        • Portfolio company operations
        • Exit strategies
      • Helping portfolio companies unlock growth and long-term value

        We can work with portfolio companies at every stage, from pre-deal planning to value creation and exit readiness, we can help ensure long-term success with:

        • Pre- to post-deal support
        • Day 100 Planning
        • Value creation and preservation
        • Audit and tax
        • Exit readiness
      • Protecting and growing multi-generational wealth for family offices and wealth channels

        KPMG can help family offices and high-net-worth individuals navigate complex financial landscapes, including:

        • Tax strategy and estate planning
        • Family dynamics and governance
        • Wealth and investment strategy
        • Accounting, reporting and administration
        • Deal advisory
        • Risk management
        • Giving, philanthropy and impact

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      Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

      KPMG supports private equity (PE) firms, venture capital (VC) firms, and family offices by leveraging an extensive relationship network and deep expertise across diverse sectors. Our corporate finance team has established connectivity with mid-market PE firms, facilitating regular deal flow and enabling us to leverage our significant network for client introductions and opportunities. This connectivity is crucial for fundraising and deal origination, where proprietary deals and high-value introductions are prioritized, ensuring our clients have access to the best possible opportunities.

      KPMG offers a comprehensive suite of services throughout the investment lifecycle, which includes:

      • Fundraising support
      • Origination support and deal flow through KPMG’s network
      • Deal execution support including core diligence services, including financial due diligence (FDD), commercial due diligence (CDD), tech and cyber due diligence, operational due diligence, ESG due diligence, and tax due diligence and tax structuring.
      • Value creation and operational assessments aimed at optimizing performance.
      • Exit readiness support, encompassing preparations for initial public offerings (IPOs) or sales, as well as addressing sell-side quality of earnings, cash and working capital optimization, and sustainability due diligence.

      For pension plans and large investors, KPMG provides tailored services across various aspects of investment management. These include:

      • Deal execution support including core due diligence services, focusing on financial due diligence (FDD) and tax services to evaluate potential investment opportunities.
      • Value creation and operational assessments, essential for enhancing performance and achieving improved returns on investments.
      • Exit readiness support, ensuring that portfolio companies are well-prepared for exit scenarios, such as IPOs or sales.
      • Enterprise efficiency services to maximize returns.

      KPMG assists in maximizing value creation and realization within portfolio companies by implementing effective value creation strategies. The success of private investments increasingly hinges on effective value creation and preservation, which encompasses initiatives aimed at enhancing revenue, optimizing costs, and ultimately improving overall operational efficiency. Our utilization of data analytics and technology underpins these efforts, empowering us to guide management teams toward successful outcomes, particularly during crucial stages such as the post-acquisition period.

      KPMG can deliver comprehensive tax services tailored for the private capital sector, which include:

      • Tax due diligence services to assess tax assets and liabilities throughout the acquisition process.
      • Ongoing advisory services designed to ensure compliance and optimize tax structures for investments.
      • A specific focus on tax assets and due diligence, supporting investments in aligning with tax efficiency throughout the life cycle of private equity and portfolio companies
        Structuring acquisitions and dispositions, ensuring tax efficiency while providing comprehensive compliance services to mitigate unexpected tax exposures.
      • Tax modeling for evaluating M&A deals, assisting in vendor documentation preparation, and addressing historic tax risks through careful pre-sale analysis and planning.
      • Effective post-acquisition strategies to maximize deal value and help clients recover after-tax deal costs while leveraging available tax benefits.

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