Bain & Company Global Private Equity Report 2025

The Bain & Company Global Private Equity Report 2025 paints a picture of a private equity industry navigating a complex and evolving landscape. The report emphasizes that regaining fund-raising momentum may take longer. Macroeconomic uncertainty, particularly concerning tariffs, inflation and interest rates, continues to cast a shadow. The report highlights the importance of strategic focus, differentiation, and operational improvements to drive value creation in a more competitive environment. The rise of generative AI and the shift towards private wealth and sovereign wealth funds as key sources of capital are also major themes.