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Capital Dynamics seeks US private equity leaderThe fund of funds and advisory group is actively searching for a head of US investments as it expands its US reach.
- Montana hits €80m hard-cap
The Swiss fund of funds has held a final close on its maiden vehicle, which has sought to enlist investor interest by offering a one year investment period and early distributions.
- Jonny Maxwell joins GMT
Industry veteran Maxwell has been hired as a senior advisor for the TMT-focused private equity firm just as it is attempting to raise €350m for its fourth buyout fund.
- Study: Staff turnover good for performance
Team stability is often considered one of the key ingredients GPs need to create a successful firm. However, according to fresh research, staff turnover at fund level is actually good for performance.
- HarbourVest hires former Eaton Partners exec
Olav König, former partner at placement agent Eaton Partners, will lead HarbourVest’s sales and client service for Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
- Bigger isn’t always better
There’s a vacuum at the smaller end of the secondary market, argue Capital Dynamics’ Joseph Marks (pictured) and Sandro Galfetti.
- European fundraising: Less pain in Spain?
Some investors are starting to look at Spanish funds again – but the country still has a long way to go to convince most LPs.
- Secondaries: complex deals to increase
As valuations in the secondary market have risen in recent months, buyers are considering more complex deals and innovative structures to enhance their returns.
- Five Minutes With John Gripton
Fund of Funds manager Capital Dynamics continues to see opportunities for growth in Europe – despite the subdued economic outlook – and believes the fund of fund model is here to stay.
- Friday Letter Even placement agents can’t stem this tide
Exactly how severely the wild public market swings and various financial sector government interventions worldwide will affect private equity activity remains to be seen. But their impact on fundraising can already be felt.