Private equity

Many experienced professionals, one solution.

In this market, private equity firms need a cash culture and an integrated plan for managing funds, improving portfolio company performance and ensuring flawless transactions. PwC provides private equity clients a single point of access for bringing our experience to all three areas. Our knowledge spans a range of disciplines and industries to help private equity clients:

Deals

• Prepare for upcoming deal opportunities: Examine markets and industries, consider IPO readiness and anticipate IFRS requirements.
• Maximize deal value through effective due diligence and M&A integration.
• Structure or restructure deals to address the impact of debt and legislation.
• Invest in distressed.
• Pursue divestitures from strategy through execution.

Portfolio Companies

• Free up working capital, reduce costs and put cash at the heart of your management reporting.
• Improve effectiveness, processes and strategies for IT, operations, tax function and finance to drive revenue and reduce costs.
• Restructure underperforming portfolio companies.
• Put the right incentives in place to attract and retain talent.
• Achieve consistent and effective portfolio audits.

PE Funds

• Across the entire portfolio, capture management information, ensure data security and controls, and provide timely, accurate reporting to LPs.
• Protect brands by anticipating and managing reputational risk across key areas such as environmental, FCPA, country-related risk, and sector risk.
• Navigate valuations and financial and reporting requirements.
• Access capital markets for an IPO or to fund expansion and operations.
• Explore global investments, particularly in China and India.