Another incredible year for PESP
We’re proud to share the Private Equity Stakeholder Project’s latest Impact Report. Private equity and other private funds have grown substantially in recent years and now control over $24 trillion in assets…
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Investors continue retreat from private markets
Investors continue retreat from private markets in 2026, underperformance persists Public pension funds have continued to scale back their exposure to private equity in 2026, a trend responding to the asset class’s anemic returns and weakening economic outlook overall.
PESP opposes DOL’s proposed 401(k) private markets rule
As pensions pull back from private equity, PESP and lawmakers raise concerns about fees, liquidity, and weakened investor protections The Private Equity Stakeholder Project (PESP) has submitted a formal comment letter to the Department of…
IL advances new oversight of private equity in healthcare
PESP testimony and research informed legislation addressing healthcare transactions and private equity ownership in developmental disability services SPRINGFIELD, IL — Two major Illinois measures aimed at increasing oversight of private equity’s growing role in healthcare and disability services…
Gov. Lamont signs CT hospital oversight law targeting private equity influence
New law bars private equity entities from holding controlling interests in Connecticut hospitals following Prospect turmoil HARTFORD, CT — The Private Equity Stakeholder Project (PESP) applauds Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont for signing SB 196 into law, legislation…
IL lawmakers target private equity in healthcare, disability care
Illinois lawmakers are increasingly moving to scrutinize private equity’s role across healthcare and disability services, as concerns over hospital closures, quality of care, and financial practices tied to private equity-backed providers continue to grow. This week,…
New report raises questions about private equity Medicaid contractors
As states change Medicaid oversight, audits raise questions about private equity-backed contractors running the system New report examines payment errors and delays tied to private contractors handling Medicaid claims, eligibility, and payment systems across multiple states WASHINGTON, DC — As…
Private Equity Middlemen in Medicaid
As states prepare for expanded Medicaid work requirements, more frequent eligibility reviews, and increased administrative oversight, they are relying heavily on private contractors to manage the systems that determine coverage, process payments, and oversee care.
Walgreens closures raise concerns about pharmacy access
Crain’s Chicago Business examined growing concerns over Walgreens store closures on Chicago’s South Side and the potential impact on healthcare access in neighborhoods already facing pharmacy shortages. The story by Jon Asplund focused on recent…
PE firms push SEC changes that could move assets into 401(k)s
Private equity firms push SEC rule changes to dump unwanted assets on 401K retirement savers Weakened oversight of form PF and new cross-trading pressure could deepen “bailout” of private equity industry WASHINGTON, DC — The Private Equity Stakeholder…
Private Equity Healthcare Acquisitions – March 2026
In light of continued investor interest in healthcare and the risks associated with private equity ownership of healthcare companies, the Private Equity Stakeholder Project is tracking private equity-backed healthcare acquisitions. Below is a list of…
North Carolina moves to rein in autism therapy costs
New reporting from North Carolina Health News examines the rapid rise in autism therapy costs in the state and growing scrutiny over how Medicaid dollars are being spent. State and federal Medicaid spending on applied…
