EP 68: The new face of private equity - HarbourVest Partners

The private equity landscape is evolving, with companies staying private longer due to available growth capital, expanding access and investment opportunities in private markets. In the latest episode of the Portfolio Construction podcast, Paul O'Connor, Head of Investment at Netwealth, chats with Craig MacDonald, Managing Director of HarbourVest Partners Ireland. Craig shares his perspective on why he believes private equity consistently outperforms public markets, the growing interest from Australian investors, and the innovative structures of modern private equity funds. They also explore emerging companies, liquidity and risk management strategies, and the transformative impact of AI on private markets, highlighting growth opportunities in sectors like healthcare and industrials.