In December 2024, the Private Equity Dashboard noted a 6% month-over-month decrease in disclosed deal volume, with deals between $10 million and $100 million representing about 70% of transactions. B2B investments surged to become the top recipient of private equity capital, rising from 24% to 40%.

The 2025 mid-market outlook appears promising, as experts anticipate increased deal activity and liquidity in private markets. Secondaries and core middle market private credit emerge as key opportunities, with an emphasis on high yield levels and stable competition conditions. Investors should focus on generating alpha through revenue growth and EBITDA expansion, given the changing buyout landscape marked by increased competition and higher interest rates.