Chris Witkowsky

What private equity should watch for under a Democrat-controlled Congress

Watch who takes leadership roles on the various legislative committees in Congress that impact private equity, as well as key positions in the administration.

Investcorp closes second GP stakes deal out of fledgling group

Investcorp’s team focuses on mid-market GPs, which it believes presents a more robust opportunity than the larger side of the market.

Private equity in 401(k) plans could be vulnerable in Democratic sweep

Under a 'blue wave' scenario, progressive politicians like Elizabeth Warren would have more power to target aspects of the financial system they have consistently criticised, including private equity.

Some LPs give Vista’s Smith a pass for tax evasion, one calls it ‘nothing burger’

Smith will pay his penalty and back taxes, and then should get on with the business of running and growing Vista, several LPs told Buyouts.

The long, long-hold

Silver Lake’s launch of a multi-decade strategy is the latest example of a private equity industry grappling with how to hold on to assets outside of a traditional 10-year fund model.

SEC calls out conflicts in how GPs allocate co-investments

Coinvestments have been a hot topic in private equity as more limited partners seek ways to build direct exposure alongside their trusted GPs in investments.

How private equity will be weaved into 401(k)s after government blessing

Because of the greater sophistication necessary for private equity investing, what’s not likely any time soon is that individual investors will be able to directly invest in a private equity fund as a standalone product.

CVC gets pushback from LP official over plan to not activate new flagship fund until next year

The pension in question committed €50m to CVC's new flagship, but one official questioned the widespread practice of raising funds early and putting them on the shelf while they deploy the prior pool.

Buyout GPs seek ability to recycle proceeds to support portfolio companies

These situations are especially relevant in older funds that have deployed most of their capital, with little left to reinvest back into portfolio companies.

Market storm could wash out ‘tourist’ co-investors

Co-investment opportunities have dried up along with the broader deal environment, but many LPs continue to seek ways to invest alongside GPs into deals.