Publications
& Policy

This Europe Economics report commissioned by Invest Europe shows the impact that the Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive (AIFMD) has had on private equity fund managers, their investors and the real economy since its entry into force in July 2013.

This member guide to the AIFMD explains its key provisions and implementing measures from a private equity perspective. It sets out the requirements for general partners and covers the impact on investors and funds of funds.

With the OECD work on Base Erosion & Profit Shifting (BEPS) now nearing its completion, and with various new tax rules having being agreed at EU level to increase transparency, significant reform has been brought about in the tax domain. At Invest Europe, we have contributed to numerous consultations and proposals to ensure that any new rules do not have unintended consequences. This short note brings together our common messaging on tax issues concisely explaining why private equity funds use structures such as holding companies and invest via certain jurisdictions.

An Invest Europe briefing paper outlining the key requirements to facilitate and encourage investment in European infrastructure via infrastructure funds.

A practical guide for pension funds on why and how to invest in private equity and venture capital. Also includes an overview of the benefits and risks involved in private equity and venture capital investments, and the different ways for institutions to access the asset class.

A closer look at marketing under national placement rules across Europe.

An overview of private equity's contribution to the economy and building European businesses.

Solvency II is a review of prudential regulation for the European insurance industry. These Commission Delegated Acts define the risk weighting for different asset classes, including private equity, venture capital and infrastructure funds.

ESMA recently produced a new version of its Q&A to promote common Member States' supervisory approaches regarding AIFMD implementing measures. These Q&A are particularly important regarding the definition of leverage.