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As the Global Private Equity Lead Analyst for EY Knowledge, Pete leads the organization’s research efforts in the private equity (PE) sector. He manages a team of industry analysts across the globe who produce insights designed to inform EY clients and PE industry stakeholders across a range of topics including fundraising, sourcing, structuring, acquisitions, value creation, exit readiness and emerging markets.
An imaginative and data-driven thought leader, Pete helps shape the conversation in PE by surfacing thought-provoking insights before they become mainstream. With more than 20 years of experience working in alternative investments, Pete frequently shares his deep knowledge of PE trends, drivers and his perspective on the industry outlook as it continues to grow and evolve.
Pete holds a BS in Business and a BA in Philosophy from Miami University and is a CFA Charterholder.
How Pete is building a better working world
“Where capital is raised and how companies are funded is more dynamic than ever. Private equity is everywhere you look, but many people don’t see its true impact. I help them both see and understand how the world’s capital markets are fueling growth and driving innovation everywhere they look.”
Pete's latest thinking
PE Pulse: key takeaways from Q4 2024
The PE Pulse is a quarterly report that provides data and insights on private equity market activity and trends. Learn more.
21 Feb 2025
8m 31s
Private Equity Pulse: key takeaways from Q4 2024
The PE Pulse is a quarterly report that provides data and insights on private equity market activity and trends. Read the latest report.
28 Jan 2025
Pete Witte
PE Pulse: key takeaways from Q3 2024
The PE Pulse is a quarterly report that provides data on private equity market activity and trends. Listen to insights from the latest report.
13 Jan 2025
7m 3s
PE Pulse: four key takeaways from Q2 2024
In this episode, Pete Witte explores PE Pulse report for data and insights on private equity market activity and trends. Learn more.
25 Jul 2024
8m 16s
PE Pulse: key takeaways from 1Q 2024
Pete Witte, EY Global Private Equity Lead Analyst, reviews sentiment among PE dealmakers due to macro situation and a perceived valuation gap. Learn more.
25 Apr 2024
9m 1s
PE Pulse: Five takeaways from 3Q 2022
In this episode, Pete Witte, EY Global Private Equity Lead Analyst, explores the key themes and market dynamics from 3Q 2022 that are top of mind for PE investors. Learn more.
30 Nov 2022
10m 0s
Can PE firms focused on purpose-driven investing do the same for hiring?
As competition in the PE space increases and firms expand into new strategies, the talent agenda is moving to the forefront. Learn more.
27 Oct 2022
Pete Witte
PE Pulse: Five takeaways from 2Q 2022
In this episode, Pete Witte, EY Global Private Equity Lead Analyst, explores the key themes and market dynamics from 2Q 2022 that are top of mind for PE investors. Learn more.
04 Aug 2022
10m 0s
PE Pulse: Five takeaways from 1Q 2022
In this episode, Pete Witte, EY Global Private Equity Lead Analyst, explores the key themes and market dynamics from 1Q 2022 that are top of mind for PE investors. Learn more.
29 Apr 2022
10m 0s
PE Pulse: Five takeaways from 4Q 2021
In this episode, Pete Witte, EY Global Private Equity Lead Analyst, explores the key themes and market dynamics from 4Q 2021 that are top of mind for PE investors. Learn more.
28 Jan 2022
8m 50s
How can PE firms transform to find new routes to value?
Private equity (PE) firms should explore three potential new levers of new value creation: digital, purpose and transparency, and talent.
20 Jan 2021
Pete Witte