2018 was most active year ever recorded for PE-backed buyouts — and 2 Texas deals stand out
January 17, 2019 at 06:06 AM EST
Preqin has released figures on everything from buyouts to venture capital activity to private equity fundraising. Among the highlights: That 2018 was the most active year ever recorded for private equity-backed buyout deals and the second-highest deal value since the global financial crisis in 2006-2007.