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Luxembourg Private Equity Data Dashboard

In the Luxembourg Private Equity Data Dashboard, the LPEA Central Intelligence Committee in collaboration with PwC Luxembourg provides a holistic view of the Private Equity Market in Luxembourg.

This dashboard presents information on  AIFM Dashboard, European Context, Funds Dashboard, Financial Centre, Job vacancies, and a GP Survey.

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The Private Equity and Other Alternative Asset Classes Certificate

Join the Private Equity Certificate Programme!

Delivered in partnership with HEC Liège, a double-accredited (EQUIS & AACSB) management school, House of Training and the Luxembourg Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (LPEA), the programme blends academic rigour with market expertise. It is designed for professionals in Luxembourg who want to advance their careers or strengthen their company’s talent in private equity and alternative investments. You will gain practical insights, strong networking opportunities, and the flexibility to tailor your learning journey through a selection of cutting-edge finance electives.

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Key trends and developments in the fund finance market

The fund finance market is evolving rapidly as GPs face changing investor bases, tighter liquidity and shifting fundraising dynamics. Drawing on proprietary Alpha Match data and live deal experience, this article explores how subscription lines, NAV facilities and GP financing are adapting — and where structural gaps remain.

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PRIVATE EQUITY INSIGHT/OUT #36

This issue features a cover story with Nicolas Milerioux, Head of Venture Capital, who shares how Encevo built its Corporate Venture Capital activity and leverages

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Structuring and Market Trends Paper

We are delighted to release the Structuring & Market Trends Paper developed by our Private Funds Committee under the leadership of its co-chairs Jérôme Mullmaier, Maria Rodriguez, and Adrian Aldinger.

This publication goes beyond technical analysis; it tells the story of why Luxembourg remains the jurisdiction of choice for private markets. In an industry built on confidence, flexibility, and innovation, Luxembourg consistently delivers on all three.

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Is the Retail Market Really Ready for Semi-liquid Products?

Retail interest in alternative investments is rising, yet adoption of semi-liquid products remains slower than expected. In this analysis, Norman Finster (EY Luxembourg) explores the main barriers—from low financial literacy and opaque product structures to distribution hurdles and brand dominance—and outlines what asset managers must do to effectively reach retail investors as ELTIF 2.0 and new technologies reshape the landscape.

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Private Debt: Valuations White Paper

We are pleased to share our latest publication “Private Debt: Valuations White Paper”, a collaboration between the LPEA Valuations cluster and the Luxembourg Valuation Professionals Association (the LVPA).

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CLO Equity: A Compelling Opportunity?

CLO equity sits at the intersection of debt and equity, offering investors diversification, front-ended cash flows, and potentially attractive risk-adjusted returns. Discover how active management, structural advantages, and strategic refinancing make CLO equity a compelling opportunity in today’s private credit landscape.

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Finscale FinTech Masterclass

LPEA is pleased to share an educational initiative by Solenne Niedercorn-Desouches, founder of Finscale, podcaster, and independent board member.

Her FinTech Masterclass offers a clear and concise one-hour overview of today’s key FinTech dynamics — from business models and regulatory frameworks to identifying red and green flags before any partnership or investment.

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Secondaries Trends and the Changing Role of Luxembourg

Slower exits, tighter liquidity and changing geopolitics have made investors reassess how and where they operate in recent years. This has led to very strong growth for the secondary market for private assets. Against this backdrop, Luxembourg is emerging as a strategically important market for GPs.

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Alternative Investment Funds Industry Quarterly Update Q3 2025

The European AIF market is one of the fastest growing in the financial sector. For this reason, your AKD counsels keep up to date with developments in this dynamic industry. To help financial market participants to stay on top of current trends in the AIF space, the AKD Quarterly Update provides information on selected Luxembourg and Dutch legal, tax and regulatory matters within the AIF industry.

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Luxembourg Venture Capital Guide

The Luxembourg Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (LPEA), together with Silicon Luxembourg and with the support of Luxinnovation, are proud to present the 2025 edition of the Luxembourg Venture Capital Guide.

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Perspectives on the Future of Impact Investing in Luxembourg

The Luxembourg Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (LPEA) welcomes Sonja Becker as its new Head of Business Development. With extensive experience in business development at Hauck Aufhäuser Lampe and Zortify, Sonja will strengthen member engagement, sponsorship relations, and club initiatives such as the Private Equity for Women group.

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PRIVATE EQUITY INSIGHT/OUT #35

This October issue features a cover story with Hind El Gaidi, Head of Luxembourg at ICG and new President of LPEA, sharing her vision for

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A Message to their Royal Highnesses The Grand Duke Henri and the Grand Duke Guillaume

The Luxembourg Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (LPEA) welcomes Sonja Becker as its new Head of Business Development. With extensive experience in business development at Hauck Aufhäuser Lampe and Zortify, Sonja will strengthen member engagement, sponsorship relations, and club initiatives such as the Private Equity for Women group.

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LPEA welcomes Sonja Becker as new Head of Business Development

The Luxembourg Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (LPEA) welcomes Sonja Becker as its new Head of Business Development. With extensive experience in business development at Hauck Aufhäuser Lampe and Zortify, Sonja will strengthen member engagement, sponsorship relations, and club initiatives such as the Private Equity for Women group.

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Private Market Momentum in Europe’s Defence Investment Shift

Europe’s defence sector is undergoing a transformation, driven by rising geopolitical tensions and major EU initiatives. Luxembourg, with its fund structuring expertise and agile regulation, is positioning itself as a hub for private capital. From the European Defence Fund to NATO’s Innovation Fund, investors are finding new opportunities in dual-use and defence technologies—making defence a key pillar of Europe’s future industrial strategy.

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Operational Excellence and the Role of AI in ESG Integration Across Private Markets

This article explores how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can support operational excellence in ESG integration across private markets. It examines the role of AI in fund-level reporting, portfolio company management, and responsible digital transformation, highlighting how PE and VC firms can leverage AI to align sustainability goals with value creation.

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Rethinking Replication

Legacy replication models are slowing down private markets firms. In this article, Ian MacWilliams (SEI Luxembourg) explains why replication is costly, how it impacts investor reporting and competitiveness, and how firms can transition to a low-replication model that scales.