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Using big data to gain an edgeFrom machine-learning algorithms to iPad apps and blockchain, funds of funds are embracing the data revolution.
IK Investment Partners raises €550mThe London-headquartered firm has closed its second small cap fund at its hard-cap amount.
IK taps re-ups for ‘substantially oversubscribed’ Small Cap IIThe fund reached its €550m hard-cap and included €50m of its own capital, partner Kristian Carlsson Kemppinen told Private Equity International.
Nordic restructuring is shaping up to be big – exclusiveLPs now have 20 days to vote on the deal and decide whether they want to roll over or cash out.
Cybersecurity rises up ESG agendaAs the reach of hackers extends, GPs are increasingly viewing strong cybersecurity as a critical pillar of responsible investing.
Seven ESG challenges for portfolio companiesESG experts reveal the issues GPs grapple with while implementing responsible investing standards across their portfolios.
Ardian's Gaillard to step aside from exec committee - exclusiveThe veteran will continue as head of direct funds as four executives take up their places on the committee.
Secondaries fundraising hit record high in 2017Private equity and real estate secondaries funds raised more than a combined $38bn last year, driven by Strategic Partners and Goldman Sachs Asset Management vehicles.
Coller hires fundraising veteran – exclusiveThe firm is understood to have almost fully invested its $7.15bn seventh fund and is likely to raise new capital later this year.
PE fundraising nears 2008 levels - updatedSeveral huge closes drove the average fund size to $778.8m in 2017, up from $564.2m the previous year.