<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>Continuation funds in Europe have seen a surge in fundraising, with EUR 5.3 billion raised by mid-2025, nearing the 2024 record of EUR 7.7 billion.</li><li>Continuation funds allow extending the lifespan of successful assets from existing PE funds by spinning them into new vehicles.</li><li>Growth in continuation funds reflects the need to provide liquidity to investors while retaining valuable assets, but caution is advised against overuse.</li><li>European VC funds reaching maturity and regulatory complexities drive the growth in continuation funds, especially in sectors like fintech, which is experiencing increased acquisitions in 2025.</li></ul>

Continuation Funds Surge in Europe, Poised for Record-Breaking 2025

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