Private Capital Amid Public Capital Scarcity

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Public capital allocation is governed by fast cash, so when money flows out of retail funds, it’s a headwind to deal activity. Private capital has long-term, locked-up funds. But in this period of uncertainty, managers are taking longer looks at risks versus opportunities…

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