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Francisco Partners

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Bankers & Advisors
Middle-Market M&A Finally Finds Its Footing
First-half deal volume and value rose from a year ago as private equity exits gained urgency, valuation expectations aligned and activity broadened across most sectors.
July 9, 2026
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Bankers & Advisors
Sixth Street’s Purchase of Pinnacle Gas Among Largest Mid-Market Deals in May
Pershing Square and Francisco Partners also made deals.
July 9, 2026
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Private Equity
Francisco Partners Leans Into Tech’s Valuation Reset With $17.5B Raise
Francisco Partners and other tech-centric firms say a historic reset in software multiples is creating a rare opening for private equity.
April 30, 2026
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Private Equity
Bespoke Mandates Move From Niche to Necessity in PE Fundraising
As capital tightens, middle-market GPs turn to SMAs and fund-of-one structures to win allocations, while LPs demand control, flexibility and tailored economics.
April 27, 2026

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