Investing in private equity partnerships

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The private equity industry has seen significant global growth, with institutional investors increasingly viewing it as a core portfolio component. As the industry matures and investors gain experience, the demand for transparency and disclosure from fund managers has intensified. This raises important questions: Are these demands justified? What information do investors truly need? Are fund managers meeting these reporting expectations? Kay Müller’s dissertation addresses these issues through empirical analysis that combines insights from both private equity fund investors and managers. Utilizing a comprehensive set of interviews with leading European investors, Müller offers an in-depth look at their monitoring activities and information requirements. This analysis is contrasted with actual fund manager reporting, based on a unique sample of private equity fund reports. The findings reveal critical information gaps and suggest areas for improvement. Ultimately, the work focuses on the essential relationship between investors and fund managers, which lies at the core of the private equity industry.