Carmela Mendoza is a senior reporter for Private Equity International based in London. She first joined PEI in Hong Kong in 2015 and covered Asia. A graduate of Ateneo de Manila University, she previously worked for a digital agency in Singapore focused on government websites and publications covering business, trade and industry, transport, and social development.
The 10 largest funds to have closed in the first three quarters of 2021 amassed $143bn between them, $40bn more than in the equivalent period last year.
1 min read · 25 October 2021
While firms make the most of favourable market conditions, there are lingering concerns over what could happen when the music stops.
3 min read · 21 October 2021
The investment firm expects the wealth channel to account for about 30% of capital raised over time, it said during its latest investor day presentation.
2 min read · 21 October 2021
Fundraising as of end-September was at its highest since 2008 with some $535bn raised by 965 funds.
2 min read · 19 October 2021
The investment banking giant is looking to ramp up opportunities in Europe and Asia via its asset management and wealth management units.
3 min read · 18 October 2021
Poland Development Fund’s investment arm expects to double its AUM by 2025, with up to 40% invested in private equity.
4 min read · 14 October 2021
Scott Nuttall and Joe Bae succeed Henry Kravis and George Roberts as co-chief executives.
3 min read · 11 October 2021
Placement agents have faced big challenges in a rapidly changing market, but those that have evolved are thriving.
10 min read · 11 October 2021
Investors generally welcome the expansion of product offerings, but are wary of misalignment and conflicts of interest in deal allocation.
3 min read · 06 October 2021
Buyout firms CVC Capital Partners and Silver Lake are among the biggest investors by disclosed deal value, alongside sports specialists Arctos Sports Partners and Bruin Capital.
2 min read · 05 October 2021
