Private Equity Research: 

Rigorous research. Dependable results.

PitchBook isn't just a data provider. By offering instant access to rich, sought-after information, it can also constitute a strong competitive advantage.

You can rely on PitchBook for the information you need to make informed decisions - because we put the same rigor into our research that you put into your due diligence and prospecting. Our process starts with a daily systematic review of thousands of news and public filing sources. We then confirm, clarify and refine this data through direct communication with key contacts at target companies, investors, limited partners and professional service providers. This ongoing contact ensures that the data is accurate and up-to-date.

  • Public Sources & News Research
    Systematic and thorough review of any publicly available source.
  • Survey Research
    Easy-to-use, pre-populated surveys accessible to everyone involved in a deal or the private equity lifecycle.
  • Primary Research
    Speaking directly to target company executives and deal makers enables PitchBook to effectively cross-validate our research and gather the most critical data - like deal amounts, valuations, EBITDA data and multiples.
  • Quality Assurance
    Rigorous review by a dedicated team of researchers prior to being published in PitchBook.

What makes PitchBook different
  • No short cuts
    It takes meticulous research to produce complete, consistent, timely and accurate information, and we devote the manpower and resources necessary to make this happen.
  • Laser-focused
    PitchBook's research is strictly focused on private equity. As an independent firm, we guarantee unbiased and honest information, commentary and analysis.
  • Full spectrum coverage
    PitchBook covers the full spectrum of private equity deals: all sizes, all industries and all types.
  • Deal monitoring and research through the entire lifecycle
    Without exception, PitchBook actively researches and reports on companies from announcement to final exit.