The luxury sector has been shaken in 2025, with LVMH and other industry leaders seeing sharp declines in value. The roots of this downturn are clear: softening demand in both China and the U.S.-the world’s two largest luxury markets-has been driven by economic uncertainty, fluctuating consumer confidence, and changing spending habits among affluent buyers. In […]
Read MoreIn private equity, the conversation often starts-and ends-with hard numbers. Revenue growth, EBITDA margins, operational efficiencies: these are the levers PE firms know best. But in the rush to quantify, one subject is too often left out of the value creation playbook: Branding. The Forgotten Multiplier Branding is frequently dismissed as “too subjective” or “intangible” […]
Read MoreIn today’s rapidly evolving private equity landscape, the push for technology adoption has never been more pronounced. According to a recent market-leading survey, three-quarters of private equity firms anticipate increasing investments in technology to enhance scale and operational efficiency within their organizations. This trend is driven not only by cost pressures but also by broader […]
Read MoreTrends and Opportunities The dynamic interplay between private equity (PE) and the insurance/InsurTech sectors continues to reshape the landscape of both industries. As PE firms leverage their expertise in operational efficiency, technology integration, and strategic growth, opportunities abound for those positioned to capitalize on key trends. Below, we explore three pivotal areas driving activity and […]
Read MoreTrade policies may change overnight, but the strategies that create lasting value do not. For private equity (PE) firms, today’s disruptions are more than obstacles—they’re opportunities to set a new standard. Firms investing in technology, branding, and talent development aren’t just surviving; they’re laying the foundation for sustained growth and competitive advantage. The current mix […]
Read MorePaktolus Private Equity Solutions® Brings Global Capability Center-Level Services to Small and Mid-Sized Private Equity Firms MIAMI, February 18, 2025 – Paktolus, a transformative technology company with a global team of 500+ experts spanning North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America, recently announced the launch of its innovative service offering, Paktolus Private Equity Solutions®, bringing […]
Read MoreMiami, FL., February 4, 2025–In today’s knowledge-driven economy, intangible assets such as technology, brands, and human capital are becoming the primary drivers of growth and value creation, often outpacing traditional tangible assets in generating substantial returns. Paktolus has strategically merged its three highly specialized companies to address this shift, positioning itself as a leading technology […]
Read MoreReact.js, Next.js, and Express.js are widely used frameworks for developing dynamic, modern web applications. While these technologies offer powerful tools for developers, they do not inherently guarantee the security of an application. It is essential to understand and address common vulnerabilities within this technology stack to ensure the development of secure and resilient software. Cross-Site […]
Read MoreLet’s dive into how to run your application on a read-only filesystem container. In this blog article, I will explain how to run your container with the read-only option. Before we start, let’s explore the advantages and disadvantages of running containers with a read-only filesystem. Advantages Reduced Attack Surface: Running your application inside a container […]
Read MoreAccording to Forbes, the Artificial Intelligence (AI) market is projected to reach a staggering $1,339 billion by 2030, experiencing substantial growth from its estimated $214 billion revenue in 2024. The primary reason behind this rapid adoption of AI, especially GenAI models, lies in its phenomenal ability to combine automation, intelligence, and prediction to improve daily […]
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