European private equity and venture capital returns rebounded in 2024 as markets picked up due to falling interest rates and lowering inflation, new research from industry body Invest Europe shows.

Private equity and credit investor Clearlake Capital has made four senior hires to bring its overall team to almost 250 people.

Digital asset and blockchain investor Galaxy Digital has raised more than $175m for its debut venture capital fund through its asset management arm.

European sustainability investor Ambienta has received about €500m of commitments for its small cap strategy, beating its original target.