Ben Payton

Regional guide: East African private equity

While GPs think highly of East Africa, LPs may yet need convincing.

Regional guide: North African private equity

Despite the region’s embattled political environment, North Africa presents some interesting investment opportunities – especially in Morocco.

Regional guide: West African private equity

Economic upheaval in Nigeria may have dampened deal appetites, but the region’s sector-specific focus could bring long-term success.

Which markets in Africa show the most promise for PE investment?

The African continent presents a mixed picture for private equity as leading markets battle to fulfil their potential.

PE firms enjoy Indian healthcare boom

A growing middle class is one of several factors unlocking opportunities for innovative healthcare businesses – and PE firms are joining the gold rush.

Appetite grows for Japan’s maturing PE market

International GPs and LPs increasingly view Japan as one of the hottest growth markets for private equity as it gets lifted by macro tailwinds.

UNICEF urges child-centric approach to private equity

The UN agency tasked with advancing children’s development is encouraging firms to actively search for ways to improve conditions by adopting its new 'child-lens investing' framework.

Can the voluntary carbon market ride out the storm?

VCMI executive director Mark Kenber says carbon offsets are needed to help achieve net zero – but the market can only flourish if projects can demonstrate integrity.

LP Perspectives: Seven LP opinions that matter

Our annual study of LP sentiment provides a window into how investors see private equity’s future

Keeping impact in the family

Family offices are vital in driving the impact investing market.