This annual survey finds PE firms spurring growth for investors and the economy.

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Highlights include:

• Nearly two-thirds of firms reported increased employment at their portfolio companies.
• Firms are taking a more active role in portfolio company management.
• IT deficiencies pose a challenge to performance improvement.
• “On-shoring” is becoming more prevalent as Chinese labor and freight costs rise.
• Firms will continue to optimize value regardless of tax policy uncertainty.