Private Equity Perspective Survey

Most private equity professionals agree that a bear market correction, which is typically defined as a 20 percent decline in the broader stock market, is in sight. What no one can predict is the next recession’s duration and severity. Whether the next recession comes tomorrow or in two years, private equity firms are proactively taking steps—including being more selective when evaluating highly valued deals and conducting due diligence—to shore up their portfolios for potential economic headwinds.