USA Private Equity Market Size
| Study Period | 2020-2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| Market Size (2024) | USD 460 Billion |
| Market Size (2029) | USD 765 Billion |
| CAGR (2024 - 2029) | > 11.00 % |
| Market Concentration | High |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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USA Private Equity Market Analysis
The United States Private Equity Market size is estimated at USD 460 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 765 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of greater than 11% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
The United States Private Equity Market is one of the fastest growing Private Equity Industries as business entities are more preferring venture capital and buy-out funding products for their investments and funding of organizations. There has been an increase in new funds being set up by experienced PE professionals from already established funds, resulting in high levels of deployable capital.
With competition for traditional PE deals increasing and putting pressure on returns, Private Equity firms in the United States are evolving to be diversified alternative asset managers with holdings in a variety of asset classes. This dynamic is heating up now because of two major drivers. First, private equity managers can generate higher risk-adjusted returns on assets, helping insurers generate additional spread and higher returns on equity. Second, they increase AUM, generate additional fee income, and provide a source of permanent capital through access to the insurance company’s balance sheet.
There has been a negative Impact of COVID-19 on Private Equity and other Financial Investments and Fund Raising Products in the United States. Earlier in the first quarter of 2020, 46 Private Equity Firms were shut down in the United States because of a slowdown in businesses thus, the decline in fundraising opportunities. Post-COVID the market has witnessed significant growth as people's interest towards investments grew.
USA Private Equity Market Trends
Lower Interest Rates and Tax Benefits Raising the Private Equity Adaption In United States
Private equity firms are benefiting from significant market tailwinds triggered by historically low interest rates as well as record fundraising, which is at an all-time high with the US. The low interest rates in the United States and abundant capital continue to spur Private equity activity (lower debt financing costs) and tax law uncertainty to spur exit activity to accelerate timing and avoid potentially unfavorable tax outcomes in the forecast period.
Private equity funds in the United States are typically treated as partnerships for US tax purposes, regardless of whether they are organized as limited partnerships or LLCs. The fund itself is then generally not taxed in the US, except in certain instances of taxes resulting from partnership audits. Thus witnessing the growth in Businesses raising their Funds from Private Equity in the United States and estimated growth for Private Equity throughout the forecast period is seen.
Tiger Global Management and Advantage Capital are Dominating the Market
Tiger Global Management turned down millions of dollars worth of shares in mid- and late-stage start-ups. It was done to give cash to investors in its older funds when there weren't many other options to get out, like going public. Some assets it looked to unload were bought in recent years at significantly higher valuations. Most of Tiger Global’s private investments are held by its venture funds, which are long-term vehicles, giving it the flexibility to sell now or later.
Advantage Capital provides financing to established and emerging companies located in communities underserved by conventional sources of capital. Advantage Capital has won a spot on the list for its investments in small and growing businesses in economically underserved communities, to support jobs and drive inclusive economic growth.
USA Private Equity Industry Overview
The United States Private Equity Market is highly competitive and fragmented as the Private Equity business mechanism and growth-oriented approaches are undertaken by the leading companies in this market. The market is highly fragmented, also due to the presence of a large number of players in the country. Therefore, companies have been focusing more on enhancing their online presence through collaborations and partnerships. The major players include Carlyle Group, Gottenberg Associates, Chicago Capital, Vista Equity Partners, and Blackstone among others.
USA Private Equity Market Leaders
Carlyle Group
Gottenberg Associates
Chicago Capital
Vista Equity Partners
Blackstone
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
USA Private Equity Market News
- September 2023: Everton has been sold to 777 Partners, with the US private equity firm taking over from Farhad Moshiri in a deal reportedly worth more than USD 685 Million. The Miami-based investment fund had signed an agreement with British-Iranian billionaire Moshiri to acquire his 94.1 percent stake.
- March 2023: Cvent Holding Corp., an industry-leading meetings, events, and hospitality technology provider, has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by an affiliate of private equity funds managed by Blackstone in a transaction valued at an enterprise value of approximately USD 4.6 billion.
United States Private Equity Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
1.2 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXCEUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET INSIGHTS AND DYNAMICS
4.1 Market Overview
4.2 Insights on Private Equity Financing and Vertical Analysis in the United States
4.2.1 Deal Size of Private Equity Financing by Series in the United States
4.2.2 Insights of Major Deals Across Industries and Top 10 -20 Leading Private Equity Across Sectors
4.2.3 Key Trends in the Investment Patterns of United States Private Equity Firms in the Recent Times
4.2.4 Private Equity Funding on the Rise in Biotech/Pharma Sectors
4.2.5 Market Outlook on Current and Future Spending of Private Equity Firms
4.2.6 Insights on Blockchain-related Private Equity Financing
4.2.7 A Brief on Rising ESG Investing by Private Equity firms
4.3 A Brief On United States Private Equity Landscape
4.3.1 An Overview of United States Private Equity Industry (Number of VC firms, AUM, VC Fund Size, etc.)
4.3.2 Prominence of the United States Private Equity Proportionate to the Global Private Equity Industry Over the Years
4.3.3 Insights on Private Equity by Industry in the United States
4.4 Insights on the Exit Landscape of United States Private Equity Worldwide
4.5 Regulatory Landscape Governing the United States Private Equity of Funds in Various Economies
4.6 Market Drivers
4.6.1 Low Interest Rates in United States and Abundant Capital is Driving the Market
4.7 Market Restraints
4.7.1 Inflation is Restraining the Private Equity Market of United States
4.7.2 Lengthening Investment Cycles are Posing New Challenges to Buyout Fund Managers
4.8 Market Opportunities
4.8.1 Digital Technology Adoption will Create Opportunities to New Entrants
4.9 Industry Attractiveness: Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.9.1 Threat of New Entrants
4.9.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.9.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.9.4 Threat of Substitute Products
4.9.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
4.10 Impact of COVID-19 on the market
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION
5.1 By Investment Type
5.1.1 Large Cap
5.1.2 Mid Cap
5.1.3 Small Cap
5.2 By Application
5.2.1 Early Stage Venture Capitals
5.2.2 Private Equity
5.2.3 Leveraged Buyouts
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
6.1 Market Concentration Overview
6.2 Company Profiles
6.2.1 Blackstone Group
6.2.2 Carlyle Group
6.2.3 KKR Company
6.2.4 TPG Capital
6.2.5 Warburg pincus LLC
6.2.6 Neuberger Berman group LLC
6.2.7 Vista Equity Partners
6.2.8 Chicago Capital Holdings
6.2.9 CVC Capital Partners
6.2.10 Apollo Global Management
6.2.11 Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co
6.2.12 Bain Capital LP
6.2.13 Thoma Bravo LP
6.2.14 Silver Lake
6.2.15 Gottenberg associates LLC*
- *List Not Exhaustive
7. FUTURE OF THE MARKET
8. DISCLAIMER AND ABOUT US
USA Private Equity Industry Segmentation
Private equity is an alternative investment class that invests in or acquires private companies that are not listed on a public stock exchange. A complete background analysis of the United States Private Equity Market, which includes an assessment of the economy, a market overview, market size estimation for key segments, emerging trends in the market, market dynamics, and key company profiles are covered in the report. The United States Private Equity Market is Segmented by Investment Type (Large Cap, Mid Cap, Small Cap) and by Application (Venture Capital, Private Equity, Leveraged Buyouts). The report offers market size and forecasts for the US Private Equity Market in value (USD) for all the above segments.
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| Early Stage Venture Capitals | |
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| Leveraged Buyouts |
United States Private Equity Market Research Faqs
How big is the United States Private Equity Market?
The United States Private Equity Market size is expected to reach USD 460 billion in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of greater than 11% to reach USD 765 billion by 2029.
What is the current United States Private Equity Market size?
In 2024, the United States Private Equity Market size is expected to reach USD 460 billion.
Who are the key players in United States Private Equity Market?
Carlyle Group, Gottenberg Associates, Chicago Capital, Vista Equity Partners and Blackstone are the major companies operating in the United States Private Equity Market.
United States Private Equity Industry Report
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