Xavier Robert, Deputy Chief Executive, Bridgepoint in the IPEM TV Studio at IPEM Global 2026 in Paris
Key takeaways from this interview
01. Private markets are becoming essential to diversified portfolios
as public markets shrink and become more concentrated.
02. The middle market offers a broad range of opportunities and levers for value creation—
including international expansion and M&A—and can be less dependent on IPO markets for exits.
03. Europe’s complexity can create investment advantages
Local knowledge can help investors find growth pockets, access companies directly, and potentially buy at lower valuations.
04. Success amid ongoing disruption depends on adaptability:
strong management talent, effective use of AI, disciplined investment, and a willingness to keep learning.