Private equity: years of portfolio management and value enhancement
The decline in M&A activity and the major macroeconomic challenges of recent years have pushed private equity firms to spend more time managing their portfolios and adapting them to the new environment.
For this reason, Francisco Gómez-Zubeldia, CEO of Diana Capital, takes part in this FundsPeople feature, sharing key insights into how the firm is responding to these challenges.
By Elena Municio, September 16, 2024
M&A plays a key role in a company’s growth, but it also depends on the sector and the business plan. In the words of Francisco Gómez-Zubeldia, Vice Chairman and CEO of Diana Capital:
“Buy & build is not the only way to grow. We also promote other growth initiatives focused on organic international expansion or improving operational efficiency through professionalized management, supply chain optimization, digital transformation, and enhanced sustainability, among other measures.”
With ESG, better valuation
In fact, sustainable investment is becoming increasingly important in private equity portfolios, many of which are committed to their investors and other stakeholders. Francisco Gómez-Zubeldia explains:
“At Diana Capital, we approach every investment through the lens of ESG principles—not only to detect red flags and opportunities but also to drive sustainable value creation. This, in turn, enhances the financial appeal and operational efficiency of our portfolio companies, aligning them with the growing market demand for responsible investments.”
Read the full feature at the following link