Private Equity

EQT appoints Per Franzén as CEO

London-based dealmaker has risen up the ranks of the private equity giant since joining in 2007

Swedish buyout giant shakes up top team
Swedish buyout giant shakes up top team Photo: SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images

EQT has named company veteran Per Franzén to be the Swedish private equity giant’s next chief executive.

Franzén will assume the position in May following the firm’s annual shareholders’ meeting, according to a statement.

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