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What are the challenges faced by private equity players today? 

  • An oversaturated market with increased competition - both in Belgium and from other countries - increases the pressure on investment opportunities, which can drive up investment costs.
  • Investors expect high returns, which puts additional pressure on private equity players to create and retain value. 
  • Increasing legal regulation and reporting requirements may increase operational costs. 
  • Finding suitable exit strategies for companies in a private equity portfolio can be challenging, especially in difficult market conditions. 
  • Integrating ESG elements (in the context of sustainable business and investment) is increasingly important and requires appropriate attention and investment. 
  • Private equity is sensitive to periods of economic downturns (including lower deal flow), which complicates risk management. 

The private equity sector is brimming with trends and opportunities, including:

  • ESG integration: sustainability and responsible investment are gaining traction, with environmental, social and governance factors growing in importance in investment decisions; 
  • Technology investments: private equity invests in technology companies, particularly in sectors such as fintech, healthcare and e-commerce; 
  • Co-investments: collaborating with other investors and sharing risks and returns is becoming more commonplace; 
  • Regional focus: an increasing emphasis on investments in emerging markets, where growth opportunities and returns are often higher. 

How BDO can help

Market players in this sector need:

  • Elements that increase speed in service: in a competitive private equity market, it is crucial that a consultant is readily available during a deal phase; 
  • A constant source of capital to finance investments and maximise growth opportunities; 
  • To attract and retain experienced professionals with expertise in investment, due diligence and portfolio management; 
  • In-depth understanding of market trends, opportunities and risks to make informed investment decisions; 
  • Strong relationships with investors, industry experts and portfolio companies, which are essential for deal flow and value creation. 


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Why choose BDO

  • A multidisciplinary BDO team with a global network pools a wealth of expertise and experience to provide custom advice and guidance to private (and public) equity players.
  • We offer a single point of contact, with consistent services in various areas: taxation, accountancy, finance, digital strategy, sustainability, risk advisory, etc. Thanks to inspiring best practices, we help improve the return on investment portfolios. Moreover, BDO's client base is very valuable to private equity players. 

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