Private Equity Roundtable of Magazine des Affaires

Paris Corporate & Securities partner, Hadrien Schlumberger, took part in the “Les rencontres d’Experts” round table for the special LBO edition of Magazine des Affaires, which focused on the current state of the Private Equity market.

It was an opportunity to discuss current market trends with key private equity figures.

Excerpt (translated from the original French version): “In an environment marked by falling valuations, high interest rates, and rising commodity prices, companies must redouble their efforts to support the growth of the companies in their portfolios. Following on from 2025, divestments are taking time to materialize in 2026. The value creation plan is becoming even more critical, and attention is therefore turning to operational levers, which account for 83% of value creation. While organic growth remains the primary driver, external growth (build-ups/add-ons) is now more than ever a key structural pillar. During two hours of lively and optimistic discussion, eight seasoned professionals in Mid & Large Cap LBOs review the trends emerging in 2026.”