At the Private Equity Insights Iberia Conference, leaders from Alantra, Generali, PAI Partners, and Draycott highlighted how the region's distinct economic profile, its base of family-owned businesses, and a sharpened fundraising environment are setting the stage for the next phase of growth. One of the most powerful forces shaping Iberian deal flow is generational transition. Thousands of family-owned businesses across Spain and Portugal are preparing for ownership changes, creating fertile ground for private equity partnerships and acquisitions. This shift is not only unlocking transactions but also changing the way funds approach value creation. Instead of relying on traditional financial engineering, managers are building businesses through buy-and-build strategies, professionalisation, and internationalisation. This approach is positioning Iberian funds to create 'local champions' that can compete globally, even in more volatile macroeconomic conditions. Alantra CEO Gonzalo de...
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