312. Improving private equity exit prospects

In today’s tougher exit environment, private equity firms are facing longer holding periods, valuation gaps, and increased pressure to return capital. Kai Vollhardt (mckinsey.com/our-people/kai-vollhardt?cid=cl4c…) and Jelena Bauer (nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=ht…) are joined by Christian Habrich (de.linkedin.com/in/christian-habrich-4480a916b) and Frederyk Schroeder (dk.linkedin.com/in/frederyk-schr%C3%B6der-6542…) as they unpack their latest article (mckinsey.com/industries/private-capital/our-in…) on how to drive successful exits. They share strategies that top-performing firms use to improve exit outcomes and turn preparation into premium valuations, including how to translate AI potential into a credible value story.
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