4

Alphabites 

Four fundraises, global expansions and an uptick in consumer deals. 

6

Staying selective

Buyers grow more meticulous in competitive auction processes.  

8

European mid-market PE in focus 

The current state of fundraising, exits, valuations and more. 

10

Q&A: Lincoln International

Leveraging creativity during cautious times. 

12

Profile: Code&Co

The tech “SWAT” team changing up DD. 

14

Roundtable: Power to the LP

Examining the growing influence of investors. 

20

DE&I developments 

LP diversity requirements and the asset owner diversity charter. 

21

DE&I on management boards 

Sanne Group on the FCA’s new DE&I rules. 

22

Venture Views

Levelling up: Lip service or an honest start?

24

Quarterly Market Tracker Q2 2022

European dealflow grows despite deepening crisis.

28 

DIBS

A round-up of deals from the past few weeks. 

30

People 

The latest hires at BGF, Rutland, Mobeus and more. 

31

Vulture 

Good vibes only; Interview fail and Lies and alibis.