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Ardian on co-investment's strong dealflowDespite the ongoing slump in the overall PE market, co-investors are seeing more deals than ever, says Alexandre Motte, head of co-investment at Ardian.
GP stakes and secondaries far from strange bedfellowsBlackstone’s decision to fold its GP Stakes unit into Strategic Partners underscores the clear synergies between the two strategies – though a few questions remain.
People power: How employee initiatives are driving valuePrivate equity firms are increasingly placing a greater emphasis on employee ownership, engagement and wellbeing, but how far-reaching could such initiatives become?
Ardian on investing responsibly for the long termFrom profit-sharing schemes to financing the climate transition, a sustainable focus is key to driving value and managing risk, says Ardian’s head of sustainability, Candice Brenet.
Ardian: Putting private markets education above all elseEffective communication is key to growing the private wealth opportunity, says Erwan Paugam, head of private wealth solutions and managing director at Ardian.
Side Letter: Apollo's fee cutApollo has reduced fees on a private equity fund extension following pushback from LPs. Plus: Ardian is seeking more time to raise its latest megafund; and a start-up is hoping to connect US GPs with a broader range of sub line providers. Here's today's brief, for our valued subscribers only.
More players to embrace secondaries in 2024 amid liquidity crunchMarket participants give their predictions for the secondaries market, noting that the amount of dry powder available will limit activity and leave buyers able to cherry-pick transactions.
Five ways GPs think PE will change in 2024PEI spoke to managers from across the private equity landscape to learn what changes are in store over the next 12 months.
How AXA's private markets unit plans to grow its AUMThe €34bn AXA Investment Managers Prime unit is building out its capabilities across GP stakes, NAV lending and secondaries.
Side Letter: AXA's one-stop shop – updatedAXA IM Prime wants to become a one-stop shop for GPs and LPs. Plus: Patria Investments secures a fundraising extension for its seventh flagship; and Carlyle is disappointed with its 2023 fundraising so far. Here's today's brief, for our valued subscribers only.