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NFL Welcomes Private Equity, Attracts New Minority Investors
5/30/2025
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Story summary
- The NFL has opened the door for private equity funds to invest in teams, boosting interest in minority stakes.
- Teams are achieving record valuations, attracting wealthy individuals over institutional investors.
- Recent transactions include the Buffalo Bills and Miami Dolphins, adding 21 new minority investors in six months.
- The NFL restricts private equity fund stakes to 10%, a rule that may soon be revised.
