Irien Joseph

HarbourVest’s Scott Voss: Take-privates create 'attractive' setting for AI-led growth

Public companies with market caps of $5bn-$15bn are partnering with buyout and tech investors so they can develop AI features away from public scrutiny, said Voss.

Epiris to acquire Winterflood Business Services

WBS is a provider of trading and custody services to the UK wealth management industry.

Axcel to buy Norway’s Bekk Consulting

Bekk is a technology and management consultancy.

Perwyn to exit stake in Interact Software to Castik

The firm realizes a 3.2x multiple on invested capital.

Hg co-CEO JB Brian: European tech M&A pricing looks 'rational, not bubbly'

‘Everyone is more focused on building the next generation of AI-enabled products, rather than buying new products,’ meaning Hg's portfolio is more on the build-side currently, says Brian.

Ansor-backed Complii snaps up Tay Fire and Security

Tay Fire and Security is a specialist provider of fire safety services.

Maven exits UK M&E biz with 2.5x return; Columbia University to launch senior PE program; A busy week in exits

DPP is a specialist mechanical and electrical maintenance contractor.

Stirling Square-backed SAS Group buys Codiagro

Codiagro is a Spanish producer of biostimulants, correctors and other specialty plant nutrition products.

TDR eyes bolt-ons for Applus to capitalize on regulatory-driven TIC demand

Applus is a Spanish TIC business generating around €2.3bn in revenue.

Investcorp to exit Shine to Silver Lake-backed Cegid

Shine is a digital platform for small and medium-sized businesses.