Posts by THE LEAD
Growth is King
Private equity returns are largely attributable to revenue growth. Source: McKinsey & Co, SPI by StepStone
Read MoreWhy Private Equity Matters (Part Seven)
Private equity is often portrayed as a blunt and ruthless strategy – an industry dominated by corporate raiders that slash…
Read MoreMiddle Market Deal Terms at a Glance – February 2026
Source: SPP Capital Partners Contact: Stefan Shaffersshaffer@sppcapital.com
Read MoreWhy Private Equity Matters (Part Six)
When private equity makes the news, its typically large buyout firms. They buy mega companies, so unsurprisingly make for better…
Read MoreThe Sweet Spot
The middle market punches above its weight. Source: State Street Private Equity Index as of 9/30/2025
Read MorePrivate-Side Only
US companies that go public are opting to stay private longer. Source: Jay Ritter, University of Florida; Apollo’s The Daily…
Read MoreWhy Private Equity Matters (Part Five)
Modern portfolios are largely shaped around public markets, which are influenced by public sentiment as much as underlying fundamentals. However,…
Read MoreThe Equity Premium
In the long-term private equity pays for more risk with better returns. Source: MSCI
Read MoreWhy Private Equity Matters (Part Four)
There are many faces of a leveraged buyout dollar. The private equity industry offers a robust landscape of strategies that…
Read MoreInventory Check
Private equity remains an attractive option for investors through cycles. Source: PitchBook
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