“The mood in the private equity market has shifted. Activity is picking up, confidence is strengthening, and quality assets continue to attract intense competition. Across the mid-market, we’re seeing a healthier pipeline of opportunities and greater appetite to get deals moving.

That’s the backdrop to our Private Equity Mid-Market Review H1 2026. Drawing on our recent deal experience, the report offers a practical perspective on the trends shaping the market today and what they mean for investors, management teams and businesses planning their next move.

In this edition of PE Insight, we also explore several sectors where investment activity continues to gather pace and where our teams are seeing significant momentum. From energy transition and cybersecurity to the rapidly evolving sports sector, our specialists share insights on the opportunities, challenges and commercial trends shaping these markets.

You’ll also find practical guidance drawn from what we’re seeing in the market, including lessons from a landmark Competition and Markets Authority case, considerations around commercial contract termination, and the growing role of warranty and indemnity insurance in helping deals get done.

As always, our aim is to provide insight that’s relevant, practical and informed by what we’re seeing on the ground, every day. We hope you find this edition useful.”