A Conversation on the Sidelines of IPEM Global
On the sidelines of IPEM Global, Private Equity Wire caught up with Ridgepost Capital CEO Luke Sarsfield to discuss the appeal of the mid-market, AI implementation, and the challenges of democratisation.
Why the Mid-Market Is Having a Moment
The mid-market is having a bit of a moment, as both public and private markets grapple with the instability of macro conditions that have made larger, more visible deals harder to price and finance.
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Mid-market private equity has traditionally attracted less capital and less competition than large-cap buyouts, a dynamic that can leave more room for operational improvement and multiple expansion when a firm's underwriting is disciplined.
AI and the Push Toward Democratisation
Conversations at industry conferences like IPEM Global have increasingly centered on two related themes: how firms are incorporating artificial intelligence into diligence and portfolio operations, and the broader industry push to open private market access to a wider base of investors, a shift that has drawn both enthusiasm and regulatory scrutiny.
