LGT Capital Partners' Pauline Wetter on private equity secondaries & exit activity

24/11/2025 5 min

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Pauline Wetter, Partner, LGT Capital Partners | Pauline discusses the drivers behind the slowdown in private equity (PE) exit activity and the growing role of secondaries in the PE landscape, including her key lessons learned over the years investing in secondaries and what it takes to achieve PE investing.Listen to the full interview which covers:     - Investors have been disappointed with the amount of distributions from PE over the last few years. What do you think are the main reasons for the slowdown in exit activity?- How has the slowdown in exit activity affected the way you are building portfolios?- What are the key pillars required to be successful in PE investing?- Secondaries have become a big part of the PE landscape. Are you concerned the growth is unsustainable?- What are the key lessons you’ve learned over the years investing in secondaries?DisclaimerThe views and opinions expressed in this recording are those of the individual contributors and their respective organisations at the time of recording. They do not necessarily reflect those of Global Investment Institute (GII). These views are not intended to be, and should not be construed as, investment advice or research. They are subject to change without notice, and no representation is made as to their ongoing accuracy or reliability. Forecasts, forward looking statements, or opinions are inherently uncertain and based on assumptions, risks, and external factors which may change over time. The individuals interviewed have no obligation to update any statements made.International investments carry additional risks, including potential loss of capital, currency fluctuations, differences in accounting standards, and economic or political instability.All information contained in this recording is general in nature and does not take into account the financial objectives, situation, or needs of any individual or organisation. It should not be used as the sole basis for making investment decisions. GII strongly recommends seeking independent, fee-for-service financial advice before acting on any information contained herein.Contributors, guest speakers or interviewees may hold personal or professional financial interests in the investments discussed. The editorial team has assessed that these interests have not influenced the content of this recording.All content featured in this recording is protected by copyright. No part may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form without prior written permission from the Global Investment Institute.

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