Private equity deals where the seller is also the buyer
- Posted on April 28, 2026
- By Financial Times
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Private equity transactions increasingly feature complex structures where institutional investors simultaneously act as both sellers and buyers, raising governance concerns. Market participants express skepticism about whether oversight bodies adequately scrutinize these dual-role arrangements. The practice potentially creates conflicts of interest, as institutions may rubber-stamp deals that benefit affiliated entities. Industry experts question the transparency and independence of decision-making processes in such transactions, highlighting regulatory gaps in monitoring potential self-dealing schemes within the investment community.
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