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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Bain Capital on Virgin Australia Post-IPO Outlook
Barnaby Lyons, Global Head of Special Situations at Bain Capital, discusses his outlook for Virgin Australia's business, after the airline re-listed on the ASX in a $440 million IPO. He also speaks about the broader outlook for APAC private market activities. He speaks with Haidi Stroud Watts on "Bloomberg: The Asia Trade". Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
FTI Consulting Survey: Majority of Private Equity Leaders Say M&A Is Not a Top Priority for 2025
WASHINGTON, June 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FTI Consulting, Inc. (NYSE: FCN) today released the 2025 Private Equity Value Creation Index, which found that M&A ranked last among 10 value creation levers, with only 9% of global private equity leaders naming it their top priority for 2025. The survey of more than 500 global private equity decision makers highlights ways in which firms continue to over index on conventional cost levers — such as cost structure optimization, supply chain and operations — which are widely used and effectively executed, while growth strategies remain underutilized or face a clear execution gap. At the same time, artificial intelligence ('AI') has emerged as the top strategic priority for 2025 — and the leading factor for exit readiness — signaling its growing importance in positioning portfolio companies for long-term value. Yet, it remains one of the least frequently used and most challenging levers to implement. 'Cost has become the dominant conversation,' said Jiva J. Jagtap, Global Leader of Private Equity at FTI Consulting. 'In a high-uncertainty, low-growth market, cost is often the most immediate lever for protecting value. But cost alone doesn't deliver returns. High-performing firms treat it as a catalyst, using savings to reinvest in the capabilities and growth engines that drive sustainable value creation. Growth is harder to unlock — which is exactly why it's more valuable. And while M&A has fallen as a near-term priority due to integration hurdles and valuation gaps, that very pullback may open a window of opportunity for disciplined buyers to make strategic moves.' Additional key findings include: Technology and IT emerged as both the most frequently used and most effective value creation lever, with 84% of respondents using it regularly and 77% rating its effectiveness as above average. Yet despite its strong track record, technology was also cited as the top execution challenge at the portfolio company level. M&A remains a staple in the value creation toolkit, but it was rated the worst-performing value creation lever, and 67% of respondents indicated that it takes more than a year to achieve the value they expected. With deals hard to execute and slow to deliver returns, success becomes a collective effort. Portfolio company leaders, operating partners and deal teams must all play their part to ensure strong operational governance, common goals and clear communications. Any breakdown here can undermine value. AI usage is advancing rapidly, with 42% of private equity leaders saying it is the biggest force transforming traditional models. However, despite all the hype, it ranks ninth out of the 10 value creation levers surveyed in how often it is used and how well it is implemented — indicating that many firms are still struggling to integrate AI into their operations efficiently. Despite their potential to drive top-line growth, commercial levers remain among the least frequently used levers — with only 23% to 28% of firms reporting that they use levers like pricing optimization, AI and sales and marketing very often for value creation. Execution confidence also ranks among the lowest, signaling the complexity and resource demands of growth strategies. 'AI is no longer a futuristic concept — it's firmly on the agenda for private equity. But intent alone isn't enough,' said Lars Faeste, EMEA Chairman at FTI Consulting. 'We're seeing a clear gap between ambition and execution as firms wrestle with how to move from strategy to impact. The next phase of value creation isn't just about financial engineering or cost reduction — it's about disciplined execution in a more complex and unforgiving landscape. Success will come to the firms that translate innovation into outcomes, embedding technology and growth levers into how the business truly operates, scales and delivers value.' Click here for more insights from the 2025 Private Equity Value Creation Index. Demographics and MethodologyIn April 2025, FTI Consulting surveyed more than 500 decision makers at private equity firms, including investment professionals and operating partners, to understand the levers these firms use to create value in their portfolio companies. The survey included global participation from the United States, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific. About FTI ConsultingFTI Consulting, Inc. is a leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation, with more than 8,100 employees located in 33 countries and territories as of March 31, 2025. In certain jurisdictions, FTI Consulting's services are provided through distinct legal entities that are separately capitalized and independently managed. The Company generated $3.70 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2024. More information can be found at FTI Consulting, Inc.555 12thStreet NWWashington, DC 20004+1.202.312.9100 Investor Contact:Mollie Hawkes+ Media Contacts:Nick Emmons+ Helen Obi+44 20 7632 in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Globe and Mail
5 days ago
- Business
- Globe and Mail
FTI Consulting Survey: Majority of Private Equity Leaders Say M&A Is Not a Top Priority for 2025
WASHINGTON, June 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FTI Consulting, Inc. (NYSE: FCN) today released the 2025 Private Equity Value Creation Index, which found that M&A ranked last among 10 value creation levers, with only 9% of global private equity leaders naming it their top priority for 2025. The survey of more than 500 global private equity decision makers highlights ways in which firms continue to over index on conventional cost levers — such as cost structure optimization, supply chain and operations — which are widely used and effectively executed, while growth strategies remain underutilized or face a clear execution gap. At the same time, artificial intelligence ('AI') has emerged as the top strategic priority for 2025 — and the leading factor for exit readiness — signaling its growing importance in positioning portfolio companies for long-term value. Yet, it remains one of the least frequently used and most challenging levers to implement. 'Cost has become the dominant conversation,' said Jiva J. Jagtap, Global Leader of Private Equity at FTI Consulting. 'In a high-uncertainty, low-growth market, cost is often the most immediate lever for protecting value. But cost alone doesn't deliver returns. High-performing firms treat it as a catalyst, using savings to reinvest in the capabilities and growth engines that drive sustainable value creation. Growth is harder to unlock — which is exactly why it's more valuable. And while M&A has fallen as a near-term priority due to integration hurdles and valuation gaps, that very pullback may open a window of opportunity for disciplined buyers to make strategic moves.' Additional key findings include: Technology and IT emerged as both the most frequently used and most effective value creation lever, with 84% of respondents using it regularly and 77% rating its effectiveness as above average. Yet despite its strong track record, technology was also cited as the top execution challenge at the portfolio company level. M&A remains a staple in the value creation toolkit, but it was rated the worst-performing value creation lever, and 67% of respondents indicated that it takes more than a year to achieve the value they expected. With deals hard to execute and slow to deliver returns, success becomes a collective effort. Portfolio company leaders, operating partners and deal teams must all play their part to ensure strong operational governance, common goals and clear communications. Any breakdown here can undermine value. AI usage is advancing rapidly, with 42% of private equity leaders saying it is the biggest force transforming traditional models. However, despite all the hype, it ranks ninth out of the 10 value creation levers surveyed in how often it is used and how well it is implemented — indicating that many firms are still struggling to integrate AI into their operations efficiently. Despite their potential to drive top-line growth, commercial levers remain among the least frequently used levers — with only 23% to 28% of firms reporting that they use levers like pricing optimization, AI and sales and marketing very often for value creation. Execution confidence also ranks among the lowest, signaling the complexity and resource demands of growth strategies. 'AI is no longer a futuristic concept — it's firmly on the agenda for private equity. But intent alone isn't enough,' said Lars Faeste, EMEA Chairman at FTI Consulting. 'We're seeing a clear gap between ambition and execution as firms wrestle with how to move from strategy to impact. The next phase of value creation isn't just about financial engineering or cost reduction — it's about disciplined execution in a more complex and unforgiving landscape. Success will come to the firms that translate innovation into outcomes, embedding technology and growth levers into how the business truly operates, scales and delivers value.' Click here for more insights from the 2025 Private Equity Value Creation Index. Demographics and Methodology In April 2025, FTI Consulting surveyed more than 500 decision makers at private equity firms, including investment professionals and operating partners, to understand the levers these firms use to create value in their portfolio companies. The survey included global participation from the United States, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific. About FTI Consulting FTI Consulting, Inc. is a leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation, with more than 8,100 employees located in 33 countries and territories as of March 31, 2025. In certain jurisdictions, FTI Consulting's services are provided through distinct legal entities that are separately capitalized and independently managed. The Company generated $3.70 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2024. More information can be found at FTI Consulting, Inc. 555 12 th Street NW Washington, DC 20004 +1.202.312.9100 Investor Contact: Mollie Hawkes +1.617.747.1791 Media Contacts: Nick Emmons +1.617.747.1708
Reuters
20-06-2025
- Business
- Reuters
Haveli Investments to buy AI database firm Couchbase for about $1.5 billion
June 20 (Reuters) - Haveli Investments will acquire Couchbase (BASE.O), opens new tab for about $1.5 billion, the companies said on Friday, as the private equity firm looks to capitalize on the artificial intelligence-focused database company's platform. Couchbase's shares, which have gained 21% this year, were up 29% in early trading following the news. The company's cloud-based database powers AI-related applications that need a flexible data model and easy scalability. Couchbase is part of a group of modern database companies — including MongoDB (MDB.O), opens new tab, Cockroach Labs, Snowflake (SNOW.N), opens new tab and Databricks — challenging legacy players such as Oracle (ORCL.N), opens new tab. New database technologies make it easier and faster to store, manage and use a large amount of unstructured data that modern AI systems require. Haveli Investments, founded by former Vista Equity Partners president Brian Sheth, will pay Couchbase shareholders $24.50 per share, which represents a premium of about 29% to the stock's last close price. The private equity firm has a 9.6% stake in Couchbase, according to data compiled by LSEG. It may engage with Couchbase's management or board to explore strategic options, including a potential merger, according to a March filing with the U.S. SEC. The agreement includes a go-shop period that ends on Monday, during which Couchbase can consider alternate offers.
Bloomberg
19-06-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
A Decade On, Has Japan's Corporate Revolution Worked Too Well?
Japan wanted change in its corporate sector. It got it — for better or worse. A decade on from the introduction of the country's first Corporate Governance Code, there's so much M&A activity in Tokyo these days that it's tough to even keep track. From private equity to activist investors to consolidation among companies fearful they'll be targeted next, no acquisition seems beyond the pale.
