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Luke is EY Asia-Pacific Private Equity Leader and CEO of Ernst & Young Corporate Finance Pte. Ltd. in Singapore.
He has led many M&A and fundraising transactions for strategic and private capital investors. His work includes M&A advisory for both the buy and sell sides. Most of these transactions involve listed and private companies across Southeast Asia.
Luke also focuses across the private equity (PE) lifecycle, helping PE firms to invest in new companies, working with portfolio companies in their growth ambitions and helping PE funds to exit.
Luke is an associate member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and licensed to advise on corporate finance by the Monetary Authority of Singapore.
How Luke is building a better working world
“I help to connect private capital to businesses and work with them to help drive long-term value for the organization and all its key stakeholders.
Private capital plays an important role in helping companies to achieve their full potential, creating jobs and catalyzing change in the communities in which they operate. Being a contributor to this great process keeps me passionate about what I do every day.”
Luke’s latest thinking
How portfolio finance functions can drive more value in private equity
Creating a fit-for-purpose portfolio company finance function is becoming more critical than ever to drive value. Learn more.
28 Feb 2025
Chris Dente
Southeast Asia Private Equity Pulse: 2024 in review
The private equity (PE) activity in Southeast Asia (SEA) witnessed good momentum in 2024 compared to the previous year.
14 Feb 2025
Luke Pais
Southeast Asia Quarterly Private Equity Update: Q3 2024
The private equity deal volume in Southeast Asia dipped in the third quarter of 2024, but deal value increased by 8% quarter-on-quarter.
12 Nov 2024
Luke Pais
Southeast Asia Quarterly Private Equity Update: Q2 2024
In Q2 2024, Southeast Asia (SEA) saw a total of 28 deals, deploying over US$5.6b and nine PE-backed exits.
29 Jul 2024
Luke Pais
Southeast Asia Quarterly Private Equity Update: Q2 2024
In Southeast Asia, private equity deal value and volume increased 31% and 89% year-over-year respectively in Q1 2024 compared with Q1 2023.
15 May 2024
Luke Pais
Five key drivers of private equity value creation
Discover the five key drivers in private equity value creation in uncertain markets.
08 May 2024
Bridget Walsh
Southeast Asia Quarterly Private Equity Update: Q3 2023
After a relatively quiet few quarters, the deal market is starting to find its footing. Corporates in Southeast Asia (SEA) continue to face headwinds, which is likely to spur M&A activity. Given the amount of dry powder in private equity (PE) hands, we expect PE activity to continue to gain momentum.
10 Nov 2023
Luke Pais
Primed for health: Investment opportunities in health care
The aging population and rise in chronic diseases are leading to a growing demand for quality health care services across Southeast Asia. What are the key trends and developments impacting the sector? How can private capital play a part in developing the sector?
17 Aug 2023
28m 18s
2023 Private Equity B2B Pricing Study
Read the 2023 EY-Parthenon Global B2B Pricing Study highlighting the role of pricing capabilities in maximizing value.
31 May 2023
Laura Higgins
Investing in education: Is now a good time?
Key trends that will impact the private equity and education sectors in Asia-Pacific in 2023. Read more.
14 Mar 2023
18m 0s
Money Multiple – the EY Asia-Pacific private equity podcast
Hear about the latest trends and developments that will impact the private equity landscape in Asia and around the world.
07 Feb 2023
Asia-Pacific private equity outlook 2023
Key trends that will impact the private equity sector globally and in Asia-Pacific in 2023. Read more.
02 Feb 2023
27m 0s
Why PE can thrive in Southeast Asia
In this episode, Luke Pais and Winna Brown explore why Southeast Asia is a vibrant region for PE investors who adeptly navigate local dynamics. Learn more.
03 Sept 2021
24m 14s