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Korea funds raise a record $5 billionFewer Korea-based fund managers are raising larger amounts.
- Asian asset sales to boost Korea PE deals
GPs are targeting Asian assets being sold by European corporates, such as Tyco's Korea unit.
- Asia fundraising passes last year’s totals
When RMB funds are extracted, Asia fundraising totals are already up year-on-year, helped by several fund closes in October.
- LPs flock to Asia's proven GPs
Two fast fundraising efforts this month – MBK Partners and Anchor Equity Partners – have underscored the idea that track record of fund or team will attract capital in a weak market.
- Anchor Equity closes debut Korea fund on $500m
The Korea-focused firm formed last year by Goldman vets has closed its maiden vehicle on the target amount after about one year in the market.
- First-time funds: Asia
In an era where investors are increasingly focused on experience and track record, it’s arguably never been harder to raise a debut fund. Yet some groups are managing to buck the trend.
- Korea warms up in 2012
Korea was the only major Asia Pacific market with an increase in deal value in 2012. In addition, the competitive landscape is evolving and domestic LPs plan to diversify investments abroad.