Private Equity Summit 2026

Private Equity 2026: Focus, Value & the New PE Playbook

Private Equity is at a turning point. The era of straightforward exits, multiple expansion and scale-driven returns is fading. In a market defined by rising capital costs, intensified competition  and increasingly selective buyers, one question stands out: how do you continue to outperform in 2026-2028?

During the event, we will address one central question:

What will matter most for value creation and exits in 2026-2028?

After a decade of abundant liquidity and supportive macroeconomic conditions, the industry has entered a more demanding phase. Success is no longer determined by scale alone, but by strategic focus, deep sector expertise and disciplined execution, particularly when it comes to value creation and exits.

Longer holding periods and a constrained exit environment are fundamentally reshaping how firms approach value creation. With fewer opportunities to rely on rapid exits or multiple expansion, value is increasingly driven by operational depth, organic growth and active ownership over extended time horizons.

In an increasingly competitive and saturated landscape, differentiation is essential. Specialists appear to be gaining ground but is specialization the only path to sustainable outperformance?

Key themes of the day include:

• Is this the end of the traditional PE model? or its natural evolution?
• Focus versus scale: which model proves more resilient?
• Delivering demonstrable value creation in a changing market
• Generalist vs. Specialist: who is better positioned for the future?

During the event, you can expect:

• In-depth sessions across multiple sectors
• A moderated panel discussion between generalists and specialists
• Practical insights into building value under current market conditions
• Clear and actionable takeaways to strengthen your strategy

We look forward to welcoming you for a forward-looking and substantive discussion on the future of Private Equity and the new playbook shaping the years ahead.

Attendance at the Private Equity Summit is reserved for professionals working at investment companies (PE & VC), investors, DGAs, CEOs, CFOs, sponsors, and paying members of the M&A Community. For Full Members, participation is free of charge. Not a member yet? You can easily become one through Membership, or purchase a single ticket for the PE Summit.

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