Author: Millicent Holcomb
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Value Creation in Uncertain Times: Private Equity’s Shift to Operational Agility
Traditional value creation models in private equity are being tested. In today’s environment, where assumptions can change in a matter of months, firms are focusing less on financial engineering and more on operational excellence and strategic flexibility. Real-Time Risk Reassessment More than 70% of PE firms now have dedicated portfolio operations teams to track performance…
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Private Equity and Global Risk: Rethinking Strategy in the Tariff Era
As macroeconomic and geopolitical factors converge, private equity firms are rethinking their exposure to global pressures, particularly in the form of tariffs and trade policy volatility. These forces are reshaping how deals are sourced, evaluated, and structured. Sector Resilience and Rotation Toward Services Certain sectors, especially software and business services, are being viewed as more…
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Navigating Uncertainty: How Private Equity is Adapting to a Shifting Market
Uncertainty continues to define the private equity (PE) landscape in 2025. From fluctuating macroeconomic signals to geopolitical shifts and evolving sector dynamics, PE firms face a complex set of variables when evaluating opportunities. The result? A significant widening in bid-ask spreads and a more cautious approach to deploying capital. Bid-Ask Spread Widening: A Reflection of…
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Capital On-Demand: A New Model for Working Capital Resilience
In uncertain times, companies need more than just traditional bank lending, they need speed, optionality, and creative solutions. At the webinar, “When the Heat is On: Working Capital as a Strategic Advantage in High-Stress Situations,” GSCF’s Lori Sternola discussed a next-generation solution: Working Capital as a Service. This model combines capital access, technology, and expert…