SuperReturn Secondaries Europe 2027

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• By invitation only, closed-door discussion run under the Chatham House Rule
• This exclusive breakfast is only open to invited development finance institutions, endowments, foundations, insurance companies, pension funds and sovereign wealth funds.
• For more information, please contact Sarah Donahue on sarah.donahue@informa.com

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• What factors have driven the secondary market's transformation from a niche liquidity solution to a significant segment of private equity? How have major players influenced the growth and institutionalization of the secondary market? In what ways has this diversified the secondary market across asset classes?

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• How can fund managers overcome capital constraints and stand out in a competitive market, especially for first-time or niche secondaries funds? What can smaller firms learn from record-breaking campaigns to succeed amid mega-manager dominance and market challenges?

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• Given that venture and growth capital secondaries are hard to scale, what is the most significant opportunity set for new entrants, and what are the specific challenges in this area? What makes VC and growth secondary deal structuring different from PE, and are established PE players equipped to handle the unique volatility of the VC market?

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• How is the current high-interest rate environment affecting the pricing and valuation of private credit secondaries? With so many new players entering the market, what specific strategies are required to source and execute private credit secondary deals effectively? Are the deal structures and risk profiles of private credit secondaries fundamentally different from those in the traditional private equity secondary market?

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• Joint session with SuperReturn Private Credit Europe

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• What is the primary motivation for the growing wave of retail capital moving into the secondaries market, and is this a sustainable trend? Do retail investors truly understand the risks of illiquid assets, and what is the responsibility of the funds and GPs that are marketing to them? How will the influx of smaller investors change the dynamics of deal-making and the fair valuation of assets in GP-led transactions?

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• Table 1: Are secondaries becoming a stand-alone asset class?
• Table 2: How are secondaries reshaping the LP-GP relationship?
• Table 3: What are the opportunities in niche strategies for direct secondaries?

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• The rise of Semi Liquid and Evergreen Funds in Secondaries
• Join us for an informative conversation on semi-liquid and evergreen funds! Explore the rising popularity of these innovative investment structures like UCI II, LTAF, ELTIF, and SCSp. We’ll simplify operational complexities and share key considerations for effective structuring. Plus, learn about distribution platforms that can broaden your reach.
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• RSVP please email Lottie.leinfellner@informa.com

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• How are buyout sponsors leveraging secondary solutions to address portfolio management and liquidity needs? What are the implications of buyout and secondary strategies converging for the evolution of specialised secondary firms? As primary firms enhance their secondary capabilities, what steps can they take to align these efforts with the interests of their LP relationships?

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• What makes the mid-market particularly fertile ground for GP-led transactions, and what are the unique challenges and pitfalls for firms operating in this space? Are there specific sectors or types of assets that are better suited for mid-market GP-leds? How can mid-market GPs overcome the lack of capital availability and attract lead buyers to their deals?

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• How are buyers and sellers of secondaries adjusting their pricing models to account for a potential market correction and ongoing macro uncertainty? What are the most significant risks for secondary funds that bought assets at high valuations?

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• INVITE ONLY
• By invitation only, closed-door discussion run under the Chatham House Rule
• This exclusive session is only open to invited development finance institutions, endowments, foundations, insurance companies, pension funds and sovereign wealth funds.
• For more information, please contact Sarah Donahue on sarah.donahue@informa.com

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• How are buyers and sellers of secondaries adjusting their pricing models to account for a potential market correction and ongoing macro uncertainty? What are the most significant risks for secondary funds that bought assets at high valuations?

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• Pre-registration required

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• How are LP-led secondaries reshaping liquidity strategies in private equity, and what market trends are driving their rapid adoption? What does the rise of LP-led secondaries reveal about shifting power dynamics between LPs and GPs in today’s evolving private equity landscape? With secondary market volumes reaching record highs, how can LPs leverage these transactions to optimize portfolios and navigate market volatility?

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• What are the key considerations for evaluating "CV squared" transactions to ensure alignment with long-term value creation? From an LP perspective, what critical questions can help assess whether a CV squared deal serves the best interests of all stakeholders? How can the industry establish best practices to maintain the integrity and reputation of the CV market while fostering sustainable growth?

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• As the secondary market explodes, what are the biggest challenges in finding and hiring experienced talent? What are the key skills and experiences that new entrants should look for when building their teams? How can smaller firms compete with large-cap players for top talent?

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• What are the key differences in valuation and due diligence for real assets compared to traditional private equity? How do secondaries provide a crucial liquidity solution for long-term real estate and infrastructure assets? What are the key investment opportunities and challenges in niche sectors like power plant and data center secondaries?