Balentic Edge

Balentic Edge
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Balentic Edge delivers sharp, no-fluff conversations on private markets in under 15 minutes. Hear from GPs, LPs, and experts shaping the future—from thematic investing to tech-driven deal flow. Quick, smart, and always on the edge.
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The podcast focuses on key topics within private markets, including thematic investing, technology-driven deal flow, and capital allocation trends. Specific episodes, like the one discussing the impact of energy transition and AI on investment strategies, highlight how demographic shifts influence market dynamics and require adaptability from investors.

Balentic Edge delivers sharp, no-fluff conversations on private markets in under 15 minutes. Hear from GPs, LPs, and experts shaping the future—from thematic investing to tech-driven deal flow. Quick, smart, and always on the edge.
In this conversation, Thomas Friedberger, Group Deputy CEO and Co-CIO of Tikehau Capital, discusses the evolution of Tikehau Capital, its investment philosophy, and the strategic focus on aerospace and defense sectors. He highlights the changing landscape of defense investments, the importance of resilience in economic value creation, and the potential for high growth in these sectors. Friedberger emphasizes the need for European collaboration to build champions in defense and the role of expertise in navigating market challenges. The discussion also touches on the long-term trends in investment strategies and the significance of dual-use technologies for European sovereignty.

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