In 2026, Volt Partners interviewed 47 Private Equity managers to map the most attractive sectors and understand their investment criteria.

In a scenario that combines the first cut in the Selic rate since May 2024, inflation within the target range, and a 35.61% increase in the Ibovespa index over the last 12 months, funds remain active in the search for resilient assets with consolidation potential.

This year, the technology, consumer goods, financial services, and healthcare sectors remain the most targeted by managers.

Most funds seek companies with revenues starting at R$$ 50 million and checks between R$$ 25 million and R$$ 800 million. Furthermore, the funds hold a total of 73 invested companies, which are seeking complementary acquisitions (add-ons), reinforcing the thesis of consolidation as one of the main drivers of value creation.

Below is a summary of the main insights from our research on Private Equity funds – 2026 Edition.

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