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March 7, 2022
The Nordic region broke records for VC activity in 2021, driven by late-stage rounds and a rise in mega-deals. Fundraising numbers were also strong, but exits tell a more complicated story.
March 4, 2022
This report covers private capital trends in the Nordics, exploring buyouts and venture in depth across complete industry cycles, from dealmaking to fundraising.
January 19, 2022
Swedish private equity firm EQT is looking to raise at least €20 billion (around $23 billion) for its 10th flagship buyout fund, as it seeks to expand its US footprint.
February 22, 2021
PitchBook's first full-length report dedicated to private capital trends in the Nordics explores buyouts and venture in depth across complete industry cycles, from dealmaking to fundraising.
October 1, 2020
Nordic Capital has hit a €6.1 billion hard cap on its latest flagship fund after less than six months on the road and no face-to-face meetings.
February 12, 2020
PitchBook’s Q4 2019 European M&A Report provides an overview of key factors shaping mergers and acquisitions each quarter and what will prove most impactful in the quarters to come.
December 3, 2019
Denmark's Astralis Group has become the first esports team franchise to go public.
September 24, 2019
In an impressive debut, Swedish PE firm EQT saw its shares gain more than 30% in its first day of trading—breaking something of a curse afflicting PE firms going public.
June 26, 2019
Founders from the Nordics are among the most successful when it comes to producing successful fintech companies. Here are just a few of the region's innovative startups looking to revolutionize the industry.
June 13, 2019
After some years of stagnant growth, the Nordic cleantech industry has seen an uptick in VC activity. Here are a few of the startups trying to make the world a greener place.
July 30, 2018
The infrastructure space is set to receive a massive boost as EQT plans to raise €8 billion for what would be Europe’s largest fund in the sector.
July 23, 2018
Telia has agreed to acquire the broadcasting and streaming business of Swedish publishing company Bonnier for 9.2 billion Swedish kronor (around €890 million), making it two major deals for the...
July 18, 2018
Telia Company has agreed to acquire the Norwegian unit of Danish telecoms operator TDC in a deal which values the business at some 21 billion Norwegian kroner (around €2.2 billion). The transaction...
June 19, 2018
KPMG Sweden is to sell its business accounting services division to IK Investment Partners. The unit will be combined with Aspia, PwC's Swedish payroll business, which IK agreed to purchase in...
May 22, 2018
Nordic Capital has held the final close for its ninth fund on just over €4.3 billion, 23% above its original target. The buyout firm will use the vehicle to make investments in the healthcare,...