Blackstone has unveiled plans to deploy up to $500bn in Europe over the next ten years, reinforcing its long-term conviction in the region’s economic potential.

The announcement came from CEO Steve Schwarzman during an interview marking 25 years of Blackstone’s operations in London. Schwarzman described Europe as a “major opportunity,” citing shifting policy dynamics and structural reforms that could accelerate growth.

The US-based private equity giant has already invested $100bn in the UK and employs 650 staff in its London office. Schwarzman praised the UK government’s supportive stance, noting its role in facilitating the firm’s expansion.

The move aligns with a broader wave of optimism around European dealmaking. Executives from BC Partners, Permira, and Brookfield also championed the continent’s attractiveness during last week’s SuperReturn International conference in Berlin. Rising geopolitical and macroeconomic volatility has led many firms to see Europe as a relative safe haven for capital deployment.

Blackstone’s long-term commitment underscores the firm’s growing interest across private equity, real estate, infrastructure, and credit opportunities on the continent.

Source: Bloomberg

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