Core Insights - The article discusses the evolution of the secondary market for overseas private equity, highlighting the significant recovery in 2024 with S transactions exceeding $162 billion, driven by a dual-track trading pattern led by LPs and GPs [1] - The emergence of continuation funds as a mainstream model for GP-led transactions, achieving a historical peak of $70 billion in transaction volume, is reshaping the exit ecosystem [1][2] - The article emphasizes the structural advantages of continuation funds, which cater to existing LPs' exit and reinvestment needs while attracting new LPs with high transparency and short recovery periods [2] Development and Characteristics of Continuation Funds - Continuation funds are increasingly prevalent in overseas markets, providing GPs with extended management periods and enhancing excess returns [2] - In the past five years, continuation funds have gained market share as a supplement to traditional exit methods, with 2024's total continuation transactions surpassing $70 billion, a 17% increase from 2021 [2] - The share of private equity exits via continuation funds rose from 10% in 2022 to 14% in 2024, indicating significant growth compared to previous years [2] Management Perspective - In 2024, 65% of continuation exit transactions were the first attempts by fund managers to establish continuation funds [3] - North America dominates continuation transactions with a 61% market share, while Europe follows with a 36% share, reflecting a 50% year-on-year growth in Europe [3] - The top five industries for continuation fund deployment in 2024 include technology, healthcare, business services, industrials, and consumer goods [3] Operational Mechanisms of Continuation Funds - Continuation funds face challenges in due diligence, pricing, negotiation, and funding pressures, which can complicate domestic practices [6] - The article suggests that lessons from overseas markets can help address these challenges through improved terms and LP protection measures [6] Terms Arrangement of Continuation Funds - Overseas markets have established certain transaction practices for continuation funds, including GP commitment ratios exceeding 5% in over 90% of cases [7] - Multi-asset continuation funds tend to have higher average management fees to cover complex management needs, incentivizing GPs to perform diligently [7] - A tiered profit distribution structure is prevalent, with over 80% of transactions adopting a three-tier structure, enhancing transaction efficiency [7] LP-Friendly Trends - LP-friendly transaction schemes are being implemented to reduce friction in continuation transactions and protect stakeholder interests [8] - The operational process of LP-friendly continuation funds includes enhancing LPAC approval rights, ensuring transparency, and providing multiple exit options [10][11] Performance of Continuation Funds - Continuation funds have shown positive performance in enhancing returns and reducing portfolio risks, with single-asset continuation funds performing comparably to buyout funds [12] - The study indicates that single-asset funds have a slightly higher total value multiple (TVPI), while multi-asset funds exhibit higher distributed paid-in (DPI) ratios, reflecting faster cash flow [12] Implications for Domestic Market - The expansion of overseas continuation funds highlights their anti-cyclical value and the need for domestic practices to overcome key bottlenecks [17] - The article suggests that domestic markets can learn from overseas mechanisms, such as tiered profit distribution and dynamic pricing mechanisms, to enhance liquidity and management incentives [18] - Institutionalizing LP rights protection through transparent processes and collaborative due diligence can help shift perceptions of continuation funds [19] Conclusion - The historical peak of over $70 billion in continuation fund transactions in 2024 underscores their value as a core vehicle for GP-led transactions [21] - The article advocates for the domestic market to leverage continuation funds not only as an exit channel but also as a key hub for reshaping the investment cycle [21]

上证报中国证券网讯（林玉莲 记者 陈其珏）近日，中国证监会主席吴清在陆家嘴论坛上表示，继续充分发挥科创 板示范效应，加力推出进一步深化改革的"1+6"政策措施。在科创板设置科创成长层，并且重启未盈利企业适用科 创板第五套标准上市。 盛世投资董事、盛世资本总经理田辰对记者表示，当前，一级市场的两大核心卡点在于募资难与退出难，GP普遍 面临DPI（投入资本分红率）与基金到期压力。科创板深化改革"1+6"政策的提出，为当前一级市场面临的退出难 题提供了重要解决方案，预计将会为2018年至2022年间成立的基金提供更多退出渠道。 此外，他还重点关注新政支持在审未盈利科技企业面向老股东开展增资扩股等活动。"这赋予了企业在融资安排和 上市申报过程中更大的主动权，使其在业务拓展时或战略机遇期能够以更灵活的方式实现发展。"田辰说。 近一段时间以来，国家层面加大鼓励市场做"长期资本""耐心资本"。本次陆家嘴论坛上，监管部门再次强调构建 优质多层次资本市场，多重利好政策措施不断出台。 田辰认为，随着"1+6"试点机制的推进，中国S市场（私募股权二级市场）或加速迈向健全发展，再结合此前"并购 六条"的政策利好，期待形成涵盖份额交易 ...

一级市场苦退出难久矣。 高盛准备弹药 LP大甩卖。 作者 I 王露 报道 I 投资界PEdaily 这源自据彭博社的报道，高盛资管正在寻求新一期S基金募资，预计总额超过142亿美元 （约合101 9亿元人民币）。 此时高盛剑指S基金，绝非偶然。黑石最新出手了一笔50亿美元的S交易，凯雷集团、阿 波罗也将于今年陆续完成体量可观的S基金募资，跃跃欲试。 高盛正在募集 自身史上 最大S基金。 瞄准S交易 这支新基金是高盛资管旗下Vi nt a ge系列的第十支S基金，主要LP为机构投资者。不过， 新基金的规模仍有待最终确定，将根据具体募资情况进行调整。 还是那句话，没有卖不掉的资产，只有舍不得的价格。最新消息是，耶鲁捐赠基金即将 达 成 一 项 代 号 为 " 盖 茨 比 计 划 " 的 交 易 ， 资 产 总 额 约 25 亿 美 元 。 潜 在 买 家 为 黑 石 、 Le xi ngt on Pa rt n e rs以及Ha r bourVe st Pa rt ne rs等机构。 LP们焦急地等待退出，有人则看到新机会。据全球投行杰富瑞预计，2 0 2 5年二级市场交 易量总额将达到1 8 5 0亿美元。 S ...

Core Viewpoint - The Gansu Provincial Government has issued implementation opinions to promote the high-quality development of government investment funds, emphasizing the need for careful evaluation and approval processes for fund establishment, as well as the importance of avoiding redundant investments and ensuring effective fund management [1][4][5]. Group 1 - The government investment funds should have a reasonable duration and act as long-term and patient capital to adjust across cycles [4]. - Funds established by the government must undergo thorough evaluation and adhere to approval procedures, with provincial or municipal funds requiring local government approval [4][5]. - New government investment funds at the county level should be strictly controlled, with proposals needing approval from the municipal government if the county has sufficient financial resources [4]. Group 2 - All levels of government investment funds must prevent redundant investments and disorderly competition to avoid overcapacity and low-level repeated construction [4]. - New funds established by municipalities or counties must be reported to the provincial finance department for record-keeping [4]. - The same government should not establish multiple funds in the same industry or field, but funds can support the same project in a market-oriented manner [4]. Group 3 - Funds lacking industrial foundation or resource endowment should enhance effectiveness through optimized investment directions and market-oriented exits [5]. - Fiscal departments at all levels are responsible for the unified management of government investment funds, with strict controls on new fund establishments [5]. - It is prohibited for governments to finance through illegal debt, and there should be no new hidden local government debts [5]. Group 4 - A mechanism for error tolerance centered on compliance responsibility exemptions is encouraged to enhance the investment enthusiasm of fund managers [5]. - Regulatory responsibilities should be performed in accordance with laws and regulations, without administrative interference in daily fund management and investment decisions [5].

记者 张杨 截至5月20日，上海私募股权和创业投资份额转让平台（下称"上海S基金交易平台"）已成交121笔 基金份额，成交总金额约为252.44亿元，规模位居全国第一。同时，上海S基金交易平台在2024年新增 交易融资金额也突破百亿元。这是近日召开的上海S基金联盟2025年度大会上传出的信息。 这一建设中的金融平台，正在努力为国内14万亿元规模私募市场打造资金循环畅通的"上海标准"。 助力资本循环畅通 募、投、管、退，是私募股权和创业投资的标准过程。近年来，基于资金良性循环的考量，"退"的 环节愈发受到各方重视。 不久前科技部等七部门联合制定印发的《加快构建科技金融体制 有力支撑高水平科技自立自强的 若干政策举措》就提出，健全创业投资退出渠道。评估北京、上海、广东等区域性股权市场私募股权基 金份额转让试点成效，进一步优化份额转让业务流程和定价机制。鼓励发展私募股权二级市场基金（S 基金）。 S基金即英文的Secondary Fund，专注于收购私募股权和创业投资份额。与普通的私募股权基金不 同，S基金的交易对象是其他投资人，而不是直接投资于企业本身。 这一特殊基金的交易，可以让前期投资人获得流动性，也让另一部 ...

Group 1 - The global private equity market has shown signs of structural recovery in 2024, with an increase in investment and exit activities, but fundraising continues to face pressure [1][2] - In 2024, the global private equity M&A transaction volume reached $602 billion, a 37% year-on-year increase, while total exits amounted to $468 billion, up 34% [1] - Fundraising in the industry declined for the third consecutive year, totaling $1.1 trillion in 2024, a 24% decrease compared to the previous year and a 40% drop from the historical peak in 2021 [1] Group 2 - The secondary market for private equity has become a crucial liquidity solution, driven by renewed investment and exit activities in the primary market, creating diverse exit demands [1][2] - The tightening fundraising environment has led to discount opportunities in transactions, further stimulating secondary transactions (S transactions) [1][2] Group 3 - The secondary market transaction volume from 2016 to 2024 has shown a trajectory of "volatile growth - pandemic pullback - structural recovery," with 2024 marking a record high of $162 billion, a 45% increase year-on-year [5][6] - The recovery is influenced by liquidity pressures on sellers and new capital influx for buyers, leading to a more mature secondary market ecosystem [6][30] Group 4 - In 2024, LP-led transactions accounted for $87 billion (54% market share), while GP-led transactions reached $75 billion (46% market share), reflecting balanced market development [9][10] - The concentration of top investors in LP-led transactions has increased, with the top eight investors holding 50% of the transaction share [9] Group 5 - GP-led transactions primarily involve mergers and acquisitions, with 82% of the total GP-led market transaction volume [10][14] - The use of continuation funds has become prevalent, capturing 79% of the GP-led market share, indicating a preference for long-term management of core assets [14][21] Group 6 - The pricing of GP-led transactions has improved, with 87% of single-asset continuation fund transactions having a discount rate of over 90% in 2024 [21][23] - LP-led market pricing has also seen a general improvement, with average pricing rising to around 90% of net asset value [23][26] Group 7 - The trading behavior in the secondary market has matured, characterized by the rise of co-investment models, concentration of quality assets, and innovation in deferred payment tools [24][30] - The trend of co-investment has increased, with the proportion of small institutions participating as co-leads rising from 8% in 2023 to 15% in 2024 [27][28] Group 8 - The market is witnessing a shift towards high-quality assets, with a decrease in small transactions and an increase in larger deals [28] - The use of deferred payment tools has tripled, with flexible terms and risk mitigation measures becoming more popular among market participants [29][30]

中经记者 索寒雪 北京报道 5月22日，中国证监会首席风险官、发行监管司司长严伯进在国务院新闻办公室举行的新闻发布会上透 露，自2023年3月31日境外上市新规正式实施以来，备案管理机制运行平稳。截至今年4月底，已有242 家境内企业完成了境外上市备案。 严伯进强调，中国证监会将坚定不移地推进资本市场高水平对外开放，大力支持科技企业充分利用境内 外两个市场、两种资源。 83家科技企业备案境外上市 严伯进介绍，242家计划境外上市的企业中，有83家为科技企业，主要集中在信息技术、生物医药、新 能源、先进制造等领域。中国证监会将继续与跨部门协调机制成员单位合作，持续支持符合条件的科技 企业利用境内外资本市场实现规范发展，为企业境外上市提供更加透明、高效、可预期的监管环境。 此外，科技型企业跨境融资服务也将更加规范。中国人民银行副行长、国家外汇管理局局长朱鹤新表 示，将加强对科技型企业的跨境金融服务。考虑到科技型企业越来越多地面向国际市场，央行将稳步推 进合格境外有限合伙人（QFLP）试点、跨境融资便利化试点，扩大科技公共信息的开放共享，在全国 范围内推广"创新积分制"，提高科技金融服务的信息数据支撑。 据介绍，目 ...

中经记者 郝亚娟 张荣旺 上海 北京报道 近日，科技部、央行、金融监管总局、证监会、发展改革委、财政部、国资委七部门联合重磅发布《加 快构建科技金融体制有力支撑高水平科技自立自强的若干政策举措》，其中提到鼓励发展私募股权二级 市场基金（S基金）。 5月20日，由上海股权托管交易中心与上海科创基金联合举办的上海S基金联盟2025年度大会上，上海 股权托管交易中心发布了基金份额估值指引。 上海经邑产业数智研究院副院长沈佳庆在接受《中国经营报》记者采访时表示，国家层面已提出评估北 京、上海、广东等区域性股权市场私募基金份额转让试点成效，并进一步优化份额转让流程和定价机 制。这意味着未来试点范围可能扩大，交易效率和透明度将提升，为S基金市场提供更成熟的运作基 础，未来需建立统一的估值标准和信息披露机制，推动市场规范化发展。 各地推进设立S基金 第三为提升地方招商引资优势，通过基金集聚区建设，吸引更多社会资本和多元化资本，优化地区营商 环境和产业生态，成为吸引企业前来发展的"金字招牌"。 支持金融机构参与 随着私募股权投资市场的不断发展，S基金成为盘活存量资产、优化资源配置的重要工具。 截至目前，全国已有8家区域性股权 ...

科技部等七部门：开展私募股权创投基金实物分配股票试点，允许将持有的上市公司股票通过非交易过 户的方式向投资者进行分配。鼓励发展私募股权二级市场基金（S基金）。 ...

5月1 2日消息，福建省政府办公厅印发《关于进一步推动资本市场服务科技型企业高质量发展 的若干措施》（以下简称《若干措施》）。 我们关注到，《若干措施》中有不少发展母基金和创投的重磅亮点举措，我们摘取重点并分析 解读如下： 先来看福建省 "总规模超1 3 0 0亿元的政府引导基金矩阵"。 去年 11月出台的福建省促进政府引导基金高质量发展行动方案提出，推动构建上下联动、横 向协同、功能强大、结构合理的政府引导基金矩阵，到2 0 2 9年， 以 1 0 0亿元省级政府投资基 金为主构建3 0 0亿元功能类基金群，以1 0 0亿元省产业基金及省属企业为主构建1 0 0 0亿元产业 类基金群 ，促进政府引导基金高质量发展。 1 3 0 0亿元基金群如何布局？此前，福建省财政厅、省国资委联合出台打造省级政府引导基金矩 阵方案。福建省将以2只省级母基金为引领，加快发展具有国际竞争力、国内领先以及各具区 域特色的高端产业集群，围绕省优势产业和重点布局的新兴产业、未来产业，更加注重"投 早、投小、投长期、投硬科技"，培育壮大更多优质种子项目、科创企业。 " 5+5 "省级政府引导基金矩阵重磅出炉：紧盯新能源、石化、新材料、 ...