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Asian private equity battles talent shortage in hottest deal market
Asian private equity firms are facing a severe talent shortage, which is causing them to pass on potential deals at early stages due to concerns about recruiting capable leaders. The constrained talent pool is a significant challenge in the region's otherwise hot deal market. As delivering above-market returns increasingly depends on improving portfolio companies' performance, the lack of experienced professionals is hindering deal-making and operational improvements. The article, published by The Business Times Singapore on July 22, 2026, highlights how this talent gap is impacting the private equity landscape in Asia.
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