Private Equity Roars Back

The video discusses the significant rise in private equity deals, particularly public to private transactions, since 2007. It highlights the challenges of high valuations and market trends, with $1.7 trillion in dry powder available. The video also covers expected returns, internal rate of return (IRR), and the impact of market volatility on private equity investments. The hope is for a market downturn to create buying opportunities.

What was the amount of 'dry powder' available in the private equity market?

What do private equity firms hope will happen to the economy to benefit their investments?