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Founded in London in 2016 by Hussam El-Sheikh and Steven Hunter, 9fin is targeting a market estimated to be worth $145trn: the debt markets, which its CEO believes are still largely under-equipped in terms of technology. Photo: 9fin
PRIVATE EQUITY

Ilavska Vuillermoz Capital’s portfolio company 9fin becomes a unicorn

The London-based fintech firm 9fin, which specialises in credit analysis, has announced that it has raised $170m, bringing its valuation to $1.3bn. Backed since 2021 by Ilavska Vuillermoz Capital, the company aims to establish itself as the leading platform in rapidly evolving debt markets.

Thierry Labro • 31.03.2026
In the venture capital space, “most companies will fail, but if you manage to invest in one or two of the category leaders, you will generate venture-type returns,” said Johannes Virkkunen, head of technology investments (equity) at the European Investment Fund during an interview in March 2026. Photo: Shutterstock. EIF, Montage: Paperjam
PRIVATE EQUITY

AI and the rise of winner-takes-all venture capital

Sylvain Barrette • 31.03.2026
John Penning will hand over the reins of Luxempart this year, an uncertainty that weighs slightly on the value of a group with solid results. (Photo: Guy Wolff/archive)
PRIVATE EQUITY

John Penning will hand over the helm of a boat that is sailing serenely

Thierry Labro • 26.03.2026
Suse reported a significant recovery in its financial performance for its latest fiscal year, with a total revenue of $778.5m. (Photo: Shutterstock)
PRIVATE EQUITY

EQT explores potential sale of Luxembourg-based Suse

Émilio Naud • 11.03.2026
“Despite past policy efforts, private equity investors in the EU continue to face challenges when seeking to exit their investments,” says the European Commission consultation notice, as Brussels seeks feedback on private equity exits under the Savings and Investments Union. Photo: Shutterstock
INSTITUTIONS

Got a PE exit problem? Brussels wants to hear it

Kangkan Halder • 03.03.2026
Once his successor has been appointed, John Penning will remain a director of Luxempart and will head a new executive committee within Foyer Finance. (Photo: Guy Wolff / Paperjam / Archives)
PRIVATE EQUITY

Luxempart is preparing the succession of its managing director

Thierry Labro • 11.02.2026
Hugo Pinart, board member, and Yann Grutzmacher, co-founder and president of Goldbridge Investment Club. (Photos: Goldbridge Investment Club; montage: Paperjam)
PRIVATE EQUITY

The psychology of investing: why Fomo can cost you thousands

Hugo Pinart and Yann Grutzmacher (Goldbridge Investment Club) • 28.01.2026
Shanu Sherwani is CIO at Kneip Management and partner at Antwort Capital.  (Photo: Matic Zorman/archives)
PRIVATE EQUITY

PE in 2026: liquidity, optimism and how the market is likely to evolve

Shanu Sherwani • 28.01.2026
Pierre Mottion, DLT and strategy lead at Clearstream Fund Services, said the group plans to work with peers on operating standards and scalable solutions for private markets. Photo: Clearstream
PRIVATE EQUITY

Clearstream takes seat at LPEA table

Kangkan Halder • 20.01.2026
A Scottish study shows that the proportion of vehicles domiciled outside the UK has risen sharply over time, from just over 10% in the early 2000s to over 60% in the recent period. These domiciles mainly include Guernsey and Luxembourg. (Photo: Shutterstock)
PRIVATE EQUITY

UK private equity: Luxembourg at the heart of a misunderstanding

Thierry Labro • 14.01.2026
In Europe, many institutional investors remain under-allocated to venture capital, with commitments often constrained by regulation, governance frameworks or risk appetite. Photo: Mike Gordon
PRIVATE EQUITY

Europe’s venture capital reset: discipline returns, exits lag

Mike Gordon • 19.12.2025
“This is indeed a delicate decision that must be based on a serious and documented analysis using factual and specific elements,” noted the Luxembourg Accounting Standards Board (CNC) in a report issued on 2 December 2025. Library photo: Guy Wolff
PRIVATE EQUITY

Luxembourg tightens ‘held for sale’ rule in PE structures

Kangkan Halder • 10.12.2025
“Together we have ensured a smooth transition to an organisation ready for its next phase of growth,” said Luxempart managing director John Penning. (Photo: Guy Wolff/archives)
PRIVATE EQUITY

Luxempart becomes majority shareholder of Assmann Group

Hugo Hirsch • 05.12.2025
“Capital has been called, but distributions have been much slower to be returned,” wrote Pitchbook in its “Global Fund Performance Report” with preliminary Q2 2025 data published on 5 November 2025.   Photo: Shutterstock
PRIVATE EQUITY

Private capital: returns stagnate at 0.1% in 2Q2025

Sylvain Barrette • 10.11.2025
Quentin Dupraz speaking as David Dana, general partner at Expansion Ventures and Adrian Pawelec, partner and head of legal at Polish-linked investment firm Marguerite look on. (Photo: LPEA/Sam Naderi)
PRIVATE EQUITY

Luxembourg Europe’s defense boom reshapes investment priorities

Mike Gordon • 25.10.2025
For Keith O’Donnell (Atoz Tax Advisers), the reform will above all provide the legal certainty that was previously lacking for managers and investors operating from Luxembourg. (Photo: Paperjam)
PRIVATE EQUITY

Keith O’Donnell: “The market gives value to carried interest”

Guillaume Meyer • 24.10.2025
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