PE-backed HVAC company held by Goldman Sachs cited as problematic ownership

Bergmann references an unnamed but well-regarded HVAC company held by Goldman Sachs as an example of his concern with PE ownership in the trades, questioning whether such financial owners care about the industry.

“It's a great company, but they're held by Goldman Sachs. This is the problem with PE.”

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