EQT CEO Eyes Global Leadership Through M&A and Trump's 'Unexpected Help'

**EQT CEO Outlines Ambitious Global Leadership Strategy Amidst Economic Challenges** Per Franzén, the newly appointed CEO of Swedish private equity firm EQT, has articulated a clear vision for achieving global leadership. His strategy centers on a two-pronged approach: pursuing strategic acquisitions and leveraging the current challenging economic climate to the firm's advantage. Franzén elaborated on EQT's expansionary goals, emphasizing a proactive mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and buyout strategy. He indicated that the firm is actively considering "large acquisitions." Notably, EQT is reportedly experiencing "unexpected help" that has created new business avenues, though the specifics of this assistance remain undisclosed. The firm views the current economic environment as a significant opportunity for growth. Beyond its core acquisition strategy, Franzén highlighted Fortnox as a prime example of EQT's investment philosophy. While acknowledging concerns about a potential artificial intelligence (AI) bubble, he identified a "new gold mine" with an estimated value in the "thousands of billions." EQT is strategically avoiding one currently "hot sector" but is actively exploring promising opportunities in areas such as nuclear power. Franzén confirmed that EQT would "absolutely look at" investments in this sector. Furthermore, unsubstantiated rumors regarding potential relocations were described as "favorable."