The Rohatyn Group will substantially expand its presence in emerging markets by acquiring Citi Venture Capital International, one of the bank’s few remaining in-house private equity divisions.
2 min read · 19 September 2013
The $1.75bn exit comes following a terminated sale and scuttled refinancing for the candle retailer, which Madison Dearborn acquired in 2007.
1 min read · 19 September 2013
Private equity activity in Canada has slowed down in 2013 – but the country’s GPs and LPs are still well-capitalised and actively targeting opportunities both at home and abroad.
7 min read · 19 September 2013
Secondary sales of $1bn or more have essentially disappeared in 2013 – but a resurgence is expected before year end.
5 min read · 19 September 2013
TPG’s recently approved investment period extension for its Fund VI could help the firm when it comes to market with Fund VII.
3 min read · 19 September 2013
Chief investment officer of 3i Simon Borrows (pictured), formerly an investment banker at Greenhill & Company, will reportedly replace 3i chief executive officer Michael Queen.
2 min read · 08 February 2013
A $25m lawsuit stemming from a ‘quick flip’ deal by mid-market firm Castle Harlan accuses the firm of sharing confidential information, though the lawsuit does not target the firm.
2 min read · 08 February 2013
Jamie Kiggen has been named The Riverside Company’s first president. He previously worked in both private equity and venture capital at The Blackstone Group.
2 min read · 08 February 2013
New Enterprise Associates has collected about $2.1bn for its 14th fund, attracting commitments from 146 investors, according to an SEC filing.
2 min read · 08 February 2013
The Denver-based firm will sell medication packaging company MTS for $156m three years after taking the business private for $47m, including debt.
2 min read · 08 February 2013
