EQT Partners to acquire a majority stake in Universidad Europea from Permira.

EQT Partners, a Swedish global investment organization, agreed to acquire a majority stake in Universidad Europea, a private higher education platform in Spain and Portugal, from Permira, a private equity firm. Financial terms were not disclosed. "With Permira as our trusted partner, we´ve achieved remarkable success over the past four years. Together, we have strengthened the quality of our academic model for our students and embarked on ambitious expansion initiatives, including the establishment of new campuses and infrastructures. None of these milestones would have been possible without the unwavering dedication and collaborative efforts of our teams. As we enter this new chapter, we extend a warm welcome to EQT and we are excited to explore the boundless opportunities that lie ahead in this extraordinary venture. Joining forces with EQT, alongside Permira, allows us to continue our journey of innovation and growth, furthering our mission of changing lives through higher education," Otilia de la Fuente, Universidad Europea CEO.