Total European private capital investment rose to €135b in 2025, marking the second-strongest year after 2021. Buyout investment drove this trend, reaching €90b. Activity accelerated in the second half of the year as markets stabilised following earlier uncertainty, and exit value remained solid at €45b in 2025, supporting distributions to limited partners.
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Investing in Europe: Private Equity Activity 2025 Report highlights strong fundraising and investment performance
According to the report, fundraising remained concentrated among fewer, larger funds, with pension funds and international investors playing an increasingly prominent role.
