The Private Equity Developments That Defined 2025
Private equity in 2025 was defined by selective momentum, evolving regulatory dynamics and a renewed emphasis on scale and flexibility. Which developments shaped the industry most? Find out in Cooley’s 2025 Private Equity Year in Review, where we examine the market trends, policy developments and structuring considerations that drove some of the biggest inflection points.
What’s covered inside:
- Key PE moves in 2025 and where deals got done
- Debt markets under pressure and the rise of private credit
- Where regulators sharpened scrutiny, from antitrust to disclosure
- The Trump administration’s policy agenda and its impact on private markets
- Fundraising activity and the surge in hybrid strategies
- Artificial intelligence operationalized
- Sector spotlight on sports and healthcare
- Creative liquidity solutions that gained traction
- A glimpse into PE activity in Europe and the UK
- And more
Stay ahead of the curve with this exclusive analysis straight from Cooley’s top PE advisors. Interested in connecting with our team? Please contact Cooley PE with any questions.
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