Private equity and private markets news

Co-investment: definition, how it works and risks

How to become a business angel? Role, selection, amounts, returns, IR-PME tax relief, networks and alternatives for financing startups. Complete guide.

Structured funds: definition, how they work and risks

Private equity vs venture capital: company stage, stakes, horizon, risk and return. The complete comparison to help you choose.

Financial investments, real estate, private equity, share-for-share exchange: discover what to invest in through a holding company to optimise your cash management and diversify.

How to build lasting wealth? Objectives, savings, real estate and unlisted assets: our advice on how to diversify and grow your capital.

The evergreen fund is a private equity vehicle with no fixed end date, offering greater liquidity and accessibility. Definition, mechanics, advantages and risks.

UCITS, ETFs, Real Estate Funds, private equity: everything you need to know about investment funds. Benefits, fees, risks, and how to invest according to your profile.

What returns does private equity truly offer? According to France Invest and EY, French private equity has delivered a net IRR of 12.4% per year over ten years (data as of 12/31/2024), a performance that places this asset class above the CAC 40 (8.9% over ten years, dividends reinvested), the MSCI World, and all bond investments. However, behind this average, the dispersion between funds remains considerable, and private equity returns should be examined strategy by strategy. Here is a comprehensive overview of performance, risks, and access conditions.

Investing in defense has been one of the most dynamic themes in financial markets since 2022, placed at the heart of wealth management strategies recommended by many financial advisors. European rearmament, the return of conventional deterrence, and military drone and artificial intelligence programs mean the sector is attracting both institutional and private capital. This guide reviews the main solutions for investing in the sector, from listed ETFs to specialized private equity funds, as well as direct stock investments.

The best investment fund depends on the investor's profile, time horizon, and risk tolerance. Manager selection is crucial: the performance gap between the best and worst funds can exceed 20 percentage points annually.

Smartly investing your money, or simply investing it as it's sometimes called, has become a central concern for all French savers. With inflation mechanically eroding the value of funds left in a current bank account, fluctuating interest rates, and a proliferation of investment options, it's becoming difficult to know where to invest your money in the current climate.

Investing online consists of placing your money via digital platforms (brokers, wealthtechs, neobanks, specialized platforms) rather than through the counter of a traditional bank. The advantages are numerous: reduced fees, wide range of products, transparency, management autonomy, quick account opening.

A profitable investment is measured both by its gross return (interest rate, dividends, capital gains) and by its net profitability once taxes, inflation and fees are deducted. No investment is the most profitable in absolute terms: everything depends on the profile, horizon and risk tolerance of the investor. Investments with high return potential (stock market, private equity, real estate) generally involve more risk and a long time horizon, while risk-free investments (passbooks, euro funds) offer profitability limited by inflation. Diversifying between several financial investments remains the best strategy to optimize the return/risk combination over the long term and to make your savings grow.

In two decades, Y Combinator has become the most influential global venture capital institution. This Californian accelerator has financed and supported the first steps of more than 5,000 startups, including some of the most valuable tech companies: Airbnb, Stripe, Dropbox, Reddit, Reddit, DoorDash, DoorDash, Instacart, Coinbase. No other seed program has generated as much value in the history of venture capital. This article looks at how Y Combinator works, its iconic successes and the ways for an individual investor to gain indirect exposure to it.

Managing your wealth is not just for wealthy investors. Whether you have a few thousand euros in savings or a wealth consisting of several hundreds of thousands of euros, the same methodology applies: take stock of the situation, define objectives, diversify your investments, optimize your taxation and anticipate transmission. This guide offers a comprehensive approach to managing your financial strategy in a structured and sustainable manner, regardless of age and income level.

Fund management consists in entrusting your capital to a management company that invests in a defined strategy (shares, bonds, private equity, etc.) while respecting a strict regulatory framework.

Private Equity has long operated according to an almost unchanging standard: high fees, which are not very flexible and rarely negotiable. Today, Fundora is introducing a different approach.Not by eliminating fees would be unrealistic, but by restructuring their logic.

After having collected 50 million euros since its launch in June 2025 and federated 30,000 users, Fundora announces the acquisition of 100% of the capital of Kyoseil Asset Management, a management company approved by the Financial Markets Authority (AMF — GP 99040 approval) .This operation, carried out on its own funds and subject to prior regulatory approvals, marks the transition of Fundora from being an innovative fintech to that of an integrated financial institution.

When you are interested in private equity, one concept comes up often: illiquidity. Unlike investing in the stock market or life insurance, it is impossible to withdraw your money at any time. For some, this may seem like a major disadvantage. However, this lack of liquidity is at the very heart of private equity's performance.

The French Private Equity industry confirms its European leadership position with assets under management reaching 135 billion euros in 2025. This remarkable performance is part of a structural growth dynamic of 400% between 2000 and 2024, positioning private equity as an essential driver for the financing of French companies. Decryption of a sector in full transformation.

The eternal question of the optimal allocation between listed and unlisted assets is of concern to more and more investors in search of performance and diversification. With a net IRR of 12.4% over 10 years compared to 10.9% for French listed markets, Private Equity demonstrates its ability to create superior value. But does this outperformance justify illiquidity and specific risks? Analysis of optimal strategies to intelligently combine these two investment worlds.

Private Equity is now one of the most efficient asset classes for institutional investors and is increasingly accessible to individuals. With an average internal rate of return (IRR) of 11.3% over the period 1987-2024, this form of investment attracts by its superior performance than listed markets. But before getting started, it is essential to understand the different strategies that make up this complex universe.

The integration of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) criteria in Private Equity is no longer a marginal trend but a structural transformation that redefines investment standards. With 77% of European asset managers now integrating ESG issues into their investment decisions, this responsible approach is becoming a real lever for creating value. Analysis of a revolution that is transforming the DNA of private equity.

In 2025, the Private Equity industry is undergoing a major transformation, driven by booming sectors and disruptive innovations. With a rebound of 22% in the value of global transactions reaching 1.7 trillion dollars, the market is regaining its dynamism after several years of consolidation. Focus on two sectors that are redefining investment standards: technology and health.

The French Private Equity industry confirms its European leadership position with assets under management reaching 135 billion euros in 2025. This remarkable performance is part of a structural growth dynamic of 400% between 2000 and 2024, positioning private equity as an essential driver for the financing of French companies. Decryption of a sector in full transformation.