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Side Letter: Performance anxietyIf you're reading this from the UK, we hope you enjoyed the long weekend. In today's brief, the Australian government is rethinking an LP performance test that could unlock billions for private markets; and a US foundation is going against the grain. For our valued subscribers only.
SCERS commits $40m to private equityThe US-based pension fund deepens relationship with Khosla Ventures by committing to its latest fund.
IMRF commits $175m across five private equity fundsIllinois pension backs funds managed by Great Hill Partners, Charlesbank Capital and Khosla Ventures.
Side Letter: Tokyo liftWhy Thoma Bravo should feel particularly chuffed about a commitment from the world's largest public pension. Plus: Another Taiwanese insurer offloads private equity exposure. Here's today's brief, for our valued subscribers only.
IMRF commits $50m to private equityThe public pension fund has backed Hg Saturn 4.
IK hits hard-cap on its first flagship fund post-acquisitionIK X Fund closed on €3.3bn after receiving a fundraising extension from LPs, PEI understands.
Side Letter: Tariff, or not tariff?Tariffs are infusing multiple layers of uncertainty into valuations, which could delay deal activity and prolong holding periods. Plus: OTPP will bid Hong Kong adieu; and Oakley Capital hits its hard-cap. Here's today's brief, for our valued subscribers only.
IMRF commits $200m to private equityThe Oak Brook-based pension fund reveals new commitments, backing five funds across venture capital and distressed investment strategies.
Side Letter: EQT's next CEOEQT is eyeing new strategy launches and distribution channels after naming a successor to Christian Sinding. Plus: Astorg scraps its GP-led entry; and a fundraising record is broken in the Baltics. Here's today's brief, for our valued subscribers only.
Side Letter: An SEC private funds U-turn?The SEC, a recent private funds sceptic, could attempt to unlock retail access to private markets. Plus: a new entrant to The 70% Club; and women-led VC firms have been disproportionately impacted by a fundraising slowdown. Here's today's brief, for our valued subscribers only.