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The PE AI Primer

Catch up on the recent evolution of AI in private equity

Stable M&A Activity Predicted Through Year-End: ACG Survey

ACG’s Q3 Market Pulse Survey reveals tempered confidence for dealmaking over the next six months

PE Weekly

PE Weekly: Kelly Clarkson’s Music Catalog Sold to PE Firm

Plus, Audax exits Stout, and take-private deals drive M&A volume

PE Weekly: Exit Volume up as Dealmakers Embrace B2B SaaS, Industrials

Tech-enabled business services, manufacturing and industrials, and healthcare keep deals flowing

PE Weekly: Aerospace & Defense, Tech-Enabled Business Services Fuel M&A

A relatively slow week of dealmaking still highlights popular sectors for investors

Sectors

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Aerospace and Defense Report 2025

Even amid labor challenges, the A&D sector faces plenty of tailwinds, including rising government defense spend, rebounding commercial air travel and accelerating innovation.

Unpacking the One Big Beautiful Bill for the Middle Market

Michael Feuz, economist with ITR Economics, joins the Conversations podcast

Plant Genetics Businesses, Ripe for Innovation, Pick Their M&A Partners

Cross breeding and molecular breeding companies are tackling climate change, hunger and crop resilience. Experts say choosing a patient investor is vital to fueling innovation.

Next Target

Water Pressure: Why Aging Infrastructure Isn’t the Only Factor Driving Water Engineering Demand

From flooding catastrophes to population migration, the need to upgrade water infrastructure continues to surge

In Fitness M&A, Investors Push Past Fads to Find Flexible, Enduring Operations

Gym memberships may be a discretionary expense for consumers, but even in tough times certain pockets of the fitness industry prove their staying power

Dealmaking

50 Notable Acquisitions by ACG Members in Q2 2025

View the list from Private Equity Info showing recent platform acquisitions

Let the Numbers Tell the Story: Strategic Involvement in Thesis Investing

Plante Moran’s Michele McHale and Felicia Donaldson join GrowthTV

Inside a PE-Backed Beauty Business With a Growth-Focused CEO

Fromm Beauty’s Marty Okner, recipient of the 2025 Meritorious Service Award, shares his vision for growth

The Manufacturing CFO’s Guide to Driving Growth

In manufacturing, Baker Tilly’s Jennifer Finger says automating everything isn’t the answer

GrowthTV

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People

50 Notable Acquisitions by ACG Members in Q2 2025

View the list from Private Equity Info showing recent platform acquisitions

On the Move: June 2025 Hires and Promotions

Private equity firms, law firms and investment banks announced new hires and promotions this month

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On the Move: Middle Market DealMaker Spring 2025

Recent job changes and promotions in the middle market

On the Move: April 2025 Hires and Promotions

Private equity firms, law firms and lenders announced new hires and promotions this month