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3i remains optimistic despite credit crunch3i, the global private equity firm, remains bullish despite credit market turbulence. It argued that the doubling of its level of investment was due to an upward creep in average deal size and not to lack of investment discipline.
- BVCA names communications veteran as chief executive(4)
The search for a new chief executive has ended with the appointment of Simon Walker, a communications specialist and one time secretary to HM The Queen. He is also an adviser to the government on red-tape reduction.
- Gala Coral takes Walker to heart
Permira, Cinven and Candover, the three buyout firms behind the gaming company Gala Coral, have set the blueprint for compliance with Sir David Walker’s report on disclosure and transparency.
- Buyout firms balk at Emap pricing
Trade buyer H Bauer scooped the consumer magazine and radio business divisions of Emap at an 11.2 times profit multiple for £1.14 billion, leaving buyout firms empty-handed.
- Hopes of LBO revival as Cinven makes Emap bid(2)
European buyout firm Cinven’s £2 billion bid for two divisions of media group Emap is the second largest new offer since debt market turmoil decimated the market for leveraged loans.
- BVCA names communications veteran as chief executive(3)
The search for a new chief executive has ended with the appointment of Simon Walker, a communications specialist and one time secretary to HM The Queen. He is also an adviser to the government on red-tape reduction.
- Goldman and Oaktree buy stake in advisor
The private equity firms have paid an undisclosed amount for a minority stake in Global Leisure Partners, an advisor and co-investor on private equity deals in the gaming, lodging and leisure industries.
- BVCA names communications veteran as chief executive(2)
The search for a new chief executive has ended with the appointment of Simon Walker, a communications specialist and one time secretary to HM The Queen. He is also an adviser to the government on red-tape reduction.
- Cinven buyout third largest secondary since crunch
Cinven has carried out the third largest secondary transaction since the credit market difficulties began, acquiring Coor Service Management. The seller, 3i, doubled turnover and profits at Coor over three years.
- A leisurely approach to buyouts(3)
Amid reports that the Blackstone Group is considering a flotation of restaurant group Tragus, a new report reveals that private equity firms are now the most active investors in UK leisure property.