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CDC commits $650m to Actis fundsThe emerging markets fund of funds has made its second large commitment to Actis' funds this year, investing in the firm’s global private equity fundraising attempts. In January it invested nearly $1bn in the firm’s latest infrastructure fund.
- Actis boosts infrastructure team
The firm is increasing its capacity to invest in South and Southeast Asia where there is 'substantial demand' for power and transport infrastructure.
- Travant holds first close on $107m
The West and Central African buyout firm founded by Nigerian executives, was largely backed by local investors as well as CDC, the UK government fund of funds.
- Abraaj buys Egyptian medical testing group
The UAE buyout firm has taken an Egyptian laboratory group private, as it continues in the vanguard of private equity firms in the North African country.
- UBS banker joins CVC
As the international banking industry continues to reshape itself, UBS’ Lorne Somerville is the latest senior figure to head for the private equity industry.
- Citi’s Indian investment banking head to join Carlyle
The global alternative investment firm has recruited Devinit Singh, the latest banker to join the asset class.
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- Aureos takes stake in IT company
The emerging markets firm acquired the company alongside black economic empowerment partners so that it could appeal to wide client base in the country.
- Landmark deals in Asian private equity
PEI Asia presents 15 private groundbreaking transactions that, for many and varied reasons, are set to leave a lasting legacy in Asian private equity.
- Actis plans $250-300m Indian RE fund(2)
The private equity firm is reportedly planning its first India dedicated real estate fund, targeting investors from the US, Europe and Asia.