Ardian Is Said to Delay Buyout Fundraising Amid Team Revamp

Ardian, one of Europe’s largest investment firms, has delayed the planned fundraising for its multi-billion flagship fund as it’s restructuring its buyout team in an increasingly difficult market for private equity, according to people familiar with the matter.

The Paris-based firm was initially set to tap investors for Ardian Buyout Fund VIII in early 2025 and will likely start seeking commitments only late this year, the people said, asking not to be identified discussing confidential information. Ardian is forming a new buyout management committee to increase its appeal to investors for future fundraising, the people said.

Ardian earlier this ...