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PE collusion case continues(2)A federal judge refused to dismiss a case alleging some of the world’s top LBO firms colluded on mega-deals made during the industry’s golden era, but said plaintiffs have fallen short of proving an overarching conspiracy.
- Private equity honchos collect millions(2)
KKR's co-founders took home nearly 50% more in total compensation in 2012 compared to 2011, while Blackstone chief Steve Schwarzman’s annual pay remained flat year-over-year.
- Court to consider Apollo bid for Hostess(2)
Apollo Global Management and Metropoulos & Co’s $410m bid for some of Hostess’ most well-known bakeries and brands will be considered by US Bankruptcy Court next week.
- Indian GPs turn to alternative strategies(2)
As LPs become disillusioned with typical growth capital investment strategies in India, firms are exploring alternative strategies such as PIPE deals and distressed investing.
- PEI Awards: Carlyle and Partners Group win big(2)
The results are in: Carlyle and Partners Group claimed top prizes in multiple categories, with groups including Apollo, Landmark, Actis, Navis and EQT also proving themselves as standout players.
- CalPERS commits $400m to Riverstone(2)
CalPERS has re-upped to its sixth Riverstone Holdings fund, which is targeting $6bn for investments in the energy and power sectors.
- Apollo buys Chuck E Cheese owner for $1.3bn
Apollo will take the family entertainment center private for $54 per share.
- Apollo closes Fund VIII on $17.5bn
The firm’s eighth buyout fund represents the largest raised since the financial crisis.
- CVC raises $2bn for Asia
The fund is preparing its first close and expects to reach a $3.5bn final close early next year.
- Comment: On innovation and PE
Thinking differently about innovation can help drive value creation in private equity, says Fahrenheit 212’s Pete Maulik