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Terra Firma to list Deutsche AnningtonThe flotation plans, due to value the property group at up to €11bn, come amid rising expectations that the UK firm will return to the fundraising trail later this year.
- KKR expands mid-market lending talent
Sean Stevens, who joined KKR to work on its mid-market lending partnership with Stone Point and CPPIB, formerly worked at KeyBanc Capital Markets.
- KKR and Blackstone: Don't chase Asia's outsized returns
The two global private equity firms believe a more 'artful' investment approach to Asia is necessary, delegates heard at the FT Asset Management Summit in Hong Kong.
- KKR’s Kion gears up for IPO
The German forklift giant is planning a listing this summer, which could value the company at up to €5bn.
- Carlyle launches $1bn Japan fund
Co-founder David Rubenstein will lead the firm's fundraising effort for the country while the recent economic reforms boost investor sentiment.
- Study: IPOs prove more viable exit strategy
Despite a more favourable outlook for IPOs in both the US and Europe, US companies may soon report ‘disappointing earnings’ while uncertainty in Europe will keep deal volumes at low levels, according to Swiss advisory firm SCM.
- KKR seeks Australia, Japan deals
KKR sees Asia as the world’s growth region, seeks Australia and Japan deals, and expects to diversify its global portfolio to emphasise more non-PE investments, the firm said.
- Farr takes control of KKR Asset Management
The mega-firm’s board of directors elected Farr (pictured) to immediately start leading its asset management division after former head William Sonneborn decided to retire.
- Alaska explores ‘special opportunities’
The sovereign fund has tapped Carlyle for an energy-focused managed account, and has committed up to $1bn to Blackstone for hedge fund-related private equity.
- PE circles China's pilot financial hub
Top global private equity firms have been in extensive talks to enter China’s experimental financial hub in Qianhai, according to local officials.