Evergreen Fund Growth and the NAV Valuation Challenges Financial Modelers Face with Rafael

Evergreen Fund Growth and the NAV Valuation Challenges Financial Modelers Face with Rafael

From Financial Modeler's Corner by Paul Barnhurst AKA The FP&A Guy

April 14, 2026 · 46 min

About this episode

Paul Barnhurst interviews Rafael Le Saux about valuation challenges and the evolving landscape of financial modeling.

In this episode of Financial Modeler’s Corner, Paul Barnhurst sits down with Rafael Le Saux to talk about valuation, modeling, and how the field is changing. They dig into real challenges from working on complex models and what happens when things go wrong. The conversation also covers how private markets are evolving and why valuation is getting harder. It’s a practical look at how modeling connects to real decisions in today’s finance world. Rafael Le Saux is a valuation and modeling expert with over 16 years of experience in financial advisory and alternative investments. He leads Valuation and Modeling Services at PwC Luxembourg, working across multiple asset classes. He has also worked at Partners Group and across global markets, including France, Australia, and Chile. Alongside his professional work, he teaches, speaks at industry events, and supports the valuation community. Expect to Learn Why a strong model structure is critical in real-world projects The impact of evergreen and semi-liquid funds on valuation risk Why regulators are increasing scrutiny on valuation practices How AI is helping improve workflows but not replacing human judgment How to bridge the gap…

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