Lincoln Intl. CEO Sees Improving Eco Outlook

The transcript discusses the current state of the private capital markets, highlighting four factors that are improving the deal market: expectations of a soft economic landing, moderated seller expectations, opening of private credit markets, and the need to deploy dry powder. It also covers the relationship between private equity and credit markets, the impact of new regulations on deal making, and the implications for the Wall Street job market.

What factors are contributing to the improved deal market as the year unfolds?

How have seller expectations changed in response to higher interest rates and economic uncertainty?

What role does private credit play in the current market compared to traditional banks?

How might the new regulations from the Biden administration affect deal-making in the future?

What impact do you think the tightening of regulations will have on smaller deals?

In what ways has the job market on Wall Street been affected by recent capital market activities?

What are the potential consequences of having excess capacity in the market as activity picks up?