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Portfolio Reviews Drive Carve-Out Activity

Large corporates are increasingly focused on portfolio optimisation, leading to more carve-outs as they shed non-core assets to free up capital. This trend spans multiple sectors—including consumer—where broad portfolios offer significant scope for divestitures. Take-privates are also prompting ownership structure reviews, reinforcing the momentum behind carve-out transactions.

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Nicola Longfield Partner, Deal Advisory KPMG Bio
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