In Harvard Business Review, my colleagues Darrell Rigby and Zach First explore how a cohesive approach to strategic fit can create an almost unmatched competitive edge. bit.ly/4l1lDh6
AI wearables are on the rise—while fewer than 5% of US adults own one today, adoption could reach 10–20% in the near future, marking a new era in consumer tech. Find out what we can learn from early adopters in our latest brief. bit.ly/4c5ajMX
Today on the Dry Powder #Podcast, we’re sharing a live recording from this year’s NEXUS conference in Orlando, Florida. Host Hugh MacArthur sits down with Carlyle’s Brian Bernasek for a wide-ranging discussion on his market outlook for 2025 and more. bit.ly/4iAsP1T
What’s next for the private equity industry? Hugh MacArthur, Chairman of our Global #PE practice, will break it all down in a live webinar. He’ll dive into key insights from our annual report and explore the forces reshaping the industry. Register now. bit.ly/41yeI62
On this episode of the Dry Powder #Podcast, Hugh MacArthur highlights three themes from Bain’s 2025 Global Private Equity Report, including evidence of an industry recovery, continuing challenges for general partners, and strategies for winning the future. bit.ly/4i6zMYo
AI ambitions are soaring, but a widening talent gap threatens to slow them down. In this Forbes article, my colleague Sarah Elk explores how to build an AI-ready workforce for 2027 and beyond. bit.ly/43EKT6P
Private equity’s road to recovery hinges on liquidity. Fund-raising remains a lagging indicator, but exits are increasing, and general partners are uncovering new ways to return capital. Will it be enough to restart momentum? bit.ly/3QMC176
Expert partner Velu Sinha will speak at MWC in Barcelona, where panelists will explore the balance between human creativity and machine learning in network design. Is the future AI-driven optimization, or will human-led innovation remain at the core? bit.ly/3QIpyle
On this episode of The Dry Powder Podcast, host Hugh MacArthur is joined by Deven Parekh of Insight Partners to explore how the Insight team guides companies from their earliest days to maturity—while doubling down on winners at pivotal moments. bit.ly/41lvntF
On the Dry Powder #Podcast, host Hugh MacArthur is joined by Jim Coulter, cofounder and senior leader of TPG, to reflect on the legacy of his late partner, David Bonderman. Listen to the full episode here. bit.ly/42SJVTN
Bain’s annual M&A Report is here! Explore how top companies are adapting to today’s M&A market—leveraging generative AI, responding to market shifts, and navigating industry-specific trends. Get the full picture in our latest report. bit.ly/3WRM3Y3
In 2025, strategic M&A dealmakers will look beyond near-term swings in market momentum to find the right deals that enhance competitiveness, profitability, and sustainable growth. Learn more in our annual report. bit.ly/40ScrTa
🚀 A special shoutout to Reem from our Research and Data Services team for being featured in OpenAI's latest release video! Her expertise and dedication have been instrumental in testing and providing feedback on deep research. We’re excited to continue... bit.ly/4aSkfJ8
Implementing generative AI in a company requires a business transformation, not just a tech deployment. Success depends on moving beyond experimentation to full-scale transformation, but a strong technology foundation is essential. bit.ly/4grZe95
In most countries today, the share of total labor compensation (as a percentage of GDP) is at or near the bottom of its historic range, which illustrates the global economy’s tilt toward being demand-constrained for growth instead of supply-constrained. One of the largest gaps...
Michael Mankins sat down with HRM to discuss best practices for organizations to consider when undergoing transformation initiatives. “The most successful transformations manage organizational energy explicitly,” he said. “You need to figure out how you... bit.ly/3CCpoYX
On March 13, join Hugh MacArthur, Chairman of Bain’s Global Private Equity practice, for a live webinar as he unpacks the biggest insights from our upcoming annual Global Private Equity Report. Register now to secure your spot. bit.ly/4he41MM
