Brad Meikle

UK VC appeals to investors

BVCA report reveals LPs optimistic for the future

Investors flee infrastructure

But aim to return when market conditions improve

Investindustrial raises €100m annex fund

Italian firm to back existing investee businesses

Emerging market activity crashes 50%

Developed markets lose 5% of global share

East Capital ups investments in CEE

Russia and the Balkans targetted

3i sails out of Dockwise

HAL and Bain’s fixed income arm in US$82.2m deal

August coffin up £23m for funeral group

Aberdeen Asset Managers and Octopus sell 2007 investment

How to raise a private equity fund in 2010

It’s tough being a GP on the road today, but if you have to take the journey here are some tips for those hardy souls

Leveraged loans

ADB Airfield Solutions, Gras Savoye, National Express, Skype Technologies

Restructurings

Almatis, Bavaria Yachtbau, BorsodChem, Dockwise, Gala Coral, Hilding Anders, Linpac, Panrico, Park Resorts, Select Service Partners, Terreal, Wind Hellas