Secondaries on the Rise: EIF’s Joaquín Alexandre-Ruiz Unpacks the Future of Private Equity Liquidity

In this interview, we dive into the fast-evolving world of secondaries with Joaquín Alexandre-Ruiz, Head of PE Secondaries at the European Investment Fund (EIF). As the secondaries market surges past $160 billion globally—and eyes $200 billion in 2025—Joaquín explains the drivers behind this explosive growth, from LP liquidity needs to GP-led transactions. He shares the key challenges of underwriting in secondaries, the growing relevance of venture deals, and why ESG assessment is uniquely powerful in GP-led situations. Whether you’re a seasoned LP or new to the space, this is your guide to understanding one of private equity’s most dynamic frontiers. For more information about our next Private Equity & Venture Capital events see https://www.0100conferences.com/

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