Katrina Lau is a reporter for Private Equity International based in Hong Kong. Before joining PEI in 2023, she worked for a local television broadcast reporting on daily news. Originally from Malaysia, Katrina holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism and Sociology from The University of Hong Kong.
Some investors have been 'housing capital' in evergreens before redeeming to fund a Hamilton Lane SMA, co-chief Erik Hirsch said on a Tuesday earnings call.
3 min read · 05 August 2026
The firm has seen at least nine senior departures since the start of 2023, including four partners in the last 12 months.
2 min read · 28 July 2026
The manufacturing and industrials specialist revealed its intention to open its first Asia outpost in Tokyo last month, with Takajiro 'Tak' Ishikawa leading investments in the region.
4 min read · 20 July 2026
The firm has so far explored opportunities in Japan and India, head of Asia-Pacific Stuart Wrigley tells PEI.
3 min read · 13 July 2026
The institution aims to increase its allocations to AI-focused investments, private credit and core-plus infrastructure assets by March 2031.
3 min read · 08 July 2026
The $1.8trn pension saw its PE portfolio grow by around $1.4bn year-on-year, per its latest annual report.
2 min read · 06 July 2026
China’s private equity reset could yield a more disciplined opportunity set for LPs who retain conviction in the market.
8 min read · 06 July 2026
Even amid market turbulence and fears over returns, the LPs on the 2026 Global Investor 150 ranking show strong conviction in the asset class.
5 min read · 01 July 2026
M&A transactions may see a short-term boost this year ahead of tax changes in 2027.
4 min read · 23 June 2026
Private equity is expected to continue serving an important role in the overall portfolio of the pension, which is switching to a total portfolio approach in July.
3 min read · 09 June 2026