Deal Volume

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Sep 2024

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In McKinsey's Deal Volume , we provide an inside look at all things private markets, and feature conversations with experts and thought leaders on the most pressing issues investors face at every stage of the deal cycle. We also examine the major trends impacting investment firm strategy and development, and active management of portfolio companies. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a relative newcomer, we're excited to have you join us on this ongoing exploration of the industry.

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September 25, 202434 min

The Resilient Rise of Private Credit: Opportunities and Challenges

Companies worldwide are increasingly turning to private credit as a robust and flexible financing option, but concerns about market saturation, shrinking spreads, and the broader economic environment are making investors wary. Vivek Mathew, President of Antares Capital Advisors, and Head of Asset Management, joins McKinsey Partner and host Brian Vickery to discuss the realities of private credit today, debunk myths about its so-called “golden age,” and explore how companies can navigate this complex landscape. Unless otherwise indicated, market analysis and conclusions represented are the subjective views or beliefs of Antares.See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

September 11, 202426 min

Apax Global Managing Partner David Su on the current state of impact investing

In this episode of Deal Volume, McKinsey partner and host Brian Vickery speaks to David Su, managing partner and co-head of the Apax Global Impact team based in New York. The two discuss the evolution of impact investing, the importance of measuring impact, and key lessons for impact investors to keep in mind.See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

July 17, 202431 min

A clear-eyed view of Gen AI for the private capital industry

In this episode of Deal Volume, McKinsey partner and host Brian Vickery speaks with Ben Ellencweig, a senior partner in McKinsey’s Stamford office. Ben leads alliances and partnerships for QuantumBlack and spends much of his time working with private equity (PE) firms and their portfolio companies. In this discussion, they get beyond the hype surrounding generative AI (gen AI) and discuss its implications for PE stakeholders.See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

March 26, 202441 min

Perspectives on a slower era in private markets

In this episode of Deal Volume, host Brian Vickery, a partner in McKinsey’s Private Equity & Principal Investors Practice, sits down with senior partners Fredrik Dahlqvist and David Quigley to discuss emerging industry trends and highlights from the 2024 edition of the firm’s Global Private Markets Review.See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

March 14, 202431 min

Identifying value in family-owned businesses

Family-owned businesses are a large part of the global economy and a source of investment for private equity firms around the world. In this episode of Deal Volume, McKinsey partner and host Brian Vickery speaks to senior partner Acha Leke and engagement manager Igor Carvalho about the attributes that outperforming family-owned businesses possess, the opportunities private equity firms could have to invest in these companies, and how investors can balance their aspirations with a family’s long-term vision.See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

November 8, 202323 min

Discussing the state of diversity in global private markets

In this episode of Deal Volume, Alexandra Nee, partner and leader of our DEI work within McKinsey’s Private Equity & Principal Investors practice globally, joins host Brian Vickery to discuss our second major report on the state of diversity in global private markets. Brian and Alex provide an overview of the diversity of talent driving the PE and alternative-investing firms, and highlight the importance of understanding the composition of the industry’s talent, particularly the professionals who decide how capital is deployed. They also uncover strategic actions and initiatives geared towards accelerating the cultivation of diverse talent and discuss the role of institutional investors as a catalyst for change.See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

September 26, 202327 min

Hybrid work, urban ecosystems, and the future of real estate

The boundaries of work and real estate are shifting, and we're here to delve into the details. In this episode, we join David Steinbach, the Global Chief Investment Officer and Co-Head of Investment Management at Hines, in analyzing the insights gleaned from McKinsey's report, "Empty Spaces and Hybrid Places," and discussing how hybrid work is transforming the very fabric of our workplaces and communities.See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

June 14, 202331 min

CEO Alpha: A new approach to generating private equity outperformance

What sets exceptional CEOs apart in the private equity world? In this episode, Sacha Ghai, Senior Partner of McKinsey and Managing Partner of the firm’s Toronto office, introduces us to the concept of CEO Alpha and its significance in private equity. Join us as we uncover the key elements that define CEO Alpha and its implications for value creation in portfolio companies. See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information.See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

May 11, 202329 min

Top trends in global private markets

In this episode, we sit down with McKinsey's Global Heads of Private Equity and Principal Investor Practice - David Quigley, Alejandro Beltran de Miguel, and Gary Pinshaw. Join us as we dive into the recently released McKinsey Global Private Markets Report, which provides a comprehensive analysis of fundraising, deal-making, and performance trends from the past year.See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information