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Private equity enters its 'Darwinian' era as experts warn some funds face extinction

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Friday, February 27, 2026 at 6:19 AM
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Lower exits, longer holding periods, smaller returns, and tougher fundraising conditions are reshaping the industry, where only the strongest managers will survive.

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This story reflects the interconnected nature of modern economic systems, where developments in one sector inevitably affect others. Understanding these connections is essential for grasping how policy decisions and market movements translate into real-world outcomes for families, workers, and communities. The economy is not an abstract system of numbers—it's the sum total of decisions about who works, who prospers, and who struggles.

The implications extend beyond the immediate news cycle. Every economic development creates ripples that affect employment, prices, and opportunities in ways that may not be immediately visible but are deeply felt. By tracking these connections, we can better understand how the economy truly works—not as an abstract machine, but as a human system shaped by and shaping the lives of millions.

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