LUXEMBOURG Trends and Developments Contributed by: Marcus Peter and Marie-Thérèse Wich, GSK Stockmann SA
Digitalisation and technology Digitalisation and technology play a significant role in Luxembourg and represent potential investment opportunities and targets for private equity transac - tions. Private equity companies in Luxembourg now focus on technology-related companies, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, fintech, tokenisa - tion and blockchain. According to a survey (the S&P Global Market Intelligence Private Equity and Venture Capital Outlook), 54% of general partner investment professionals expect AI to influence deal sourcing and target selection in the future. Luxembourg pioneered this trend with the establishment of the Luxembourg House of Financial Technology (LHoFT) early in 2017. The LHoFT is the country’s fintech centre, supporting the digital transformation of Luxembourg’s financial sector by connecting financial institutions, investors, the IT industry and authorities.
Forecast The Luxembourg private equity sector is expected to grow continuously over the coming years, and to adapt to upcoming regulatory and investor demands. As a well-known platform for private equity business, Luxembourg will develop with the market and support the growth of private investments in companies.
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