M&a Science

Hugh MacArthur, Chairman of Global Private Equity Practice, Bain & Company In this episode of M&A Science, Hugh MacArthur joins us to discuss the evolution of private equity over the last three decades—from the early days of deal-making and bespoke financing to today’s hyper-competitive, tech-driven landscape. Hugh shares how Bain’s private equity practice scaled from an entrepreneurial idea to one-third of the firm's global business and dives into what differentiates top-performing firms. We  explore sourcing strategies, value levers, post-acquisition success, and how PE firms are adapting to rising interest rates and new technologies like AI. Things you will learn: How Bain & Company built and scaled its private equity practice from scratch The shift from margin improvement to growth-oriented value creation strategies How private equity firms are evolving sourcing and financing models The future of deal execution using AI and specialized data tools _______________ What is the Buye