In the post-2021 investment landscape, US mid-market buyouts are increasingly favored by limited partners (LPs). A 2023 Coller Capital survey revealed that 82% of institutions see strong opportunities in mid-market buyouts, with similar findings from Probitas Partners. Notably, LPs like CalPERS and NYSTRS are focusing on smaller managers. KKR’s Ascendant Fund, which raised $4.6 billion, exemplifies this trend. Mid-market companies offer attractive entry valuations and potential for significant value creation due to their size. KKR emphasizes operational improvements for investments, capitalizing on a nearly 50-year mid-market investment history, with a vast $300 billion-$500 billion deal flow potential.