The transformation of the economy is well underway — but transparency has not kept pace. With Transforming Performance, we have built a robust evidence base to make transition performance measurable and comparable – showing investors what distinguishes firms that genuinely transform from those that merely declare it.
 
Fundamentally changing framework conditions are making the future-oriented positioning of companies one of the key challenges of our time. From an ownership perspective, this is essential to ensure long-term competitiveness in the face of increasingly scarce resources. From an investor's perspective, such transformation-driven investments can offer attractive return potential. With our pioneering research project we are creating transparency and empowering decision-makers to pursue economically promising, transformation-compatible investments. 

Why private equity 

The most dynamic innovation often happens outside of publicly listed companies. Private equity and venture capital investors play a central role in shaping innovation and change — whether by helping established companies adapt or by backing the pioneers of tomorrow. This unique position gives private capital the power to accelerate and ensure future economic competitiveness.

Creating transparency through metrics and peer comparisons 

To date, there is a lack of transparency on how private capital investors position themselves with regard to transformation - or on the progress achieved by non-listed companies. Our project bridges this gap by mapping the market, peer insights, and clear metrics.

What the study delivers 

Based on responses from 129 private equity and venture capital firms, the study provides a clear, data-driven picture of how private capital contributes to the transition towards a resilient economy. It enables investors and fund managers to benchmark strategies, identify best practices, and direct capital where transformation is anchored in practice.