Industries

COP26’s goal was to deliver radical change to save our planet. In the long term, there are good reasons to be hopeful.

Six months ago, our global research led us to conclude that there was a ‘once in a generation’ opportunity for businesses to grow internationally. Normal opportunities bring the mid-market running. Once a generation opportunities bring a stampede, and this is exactly what has happened. A massive 45% of the global mid-market now expect their exports to increase in the next 12 months.

With COVID-19 related lockdowns and travel restrictions persisting in many parts of the world, airline operators, airports, lessors and support businesses are still in a precarious position.

For many businesses, 2020 was a year of turmoil. But for technology firms, it was a year of high growth potential.

What practical steps firms can take to embrace a more sustainable approach?

Our specialists explore how private equity firms are now working with their portfolios and how the mid-market can benefit from investment.