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Side Letter: Introducing Private TakeThe latest issue of Private Equity International magazine is out, including a new feature; a survey of DC pension funds in the UK finds low appetite for enforced local investing; an ex-Investcorp exec's firm says it has raised $3bn for tech and growth deals.
MCERA reveals private equity pacing plan for 2026The Merced, California-based public pension fund is targeting $35m in commitments for its private equity portfolio in 2026.
Side Letter: Illiquidity premium erosionPrivate equity’s liquidity premium appears to be eroding at a faster rate than ever before. Plus: a UK pension giant is pumping more into PE; and a German LP gets a new CIO. Here's today's brief, for our valued subscribers only.
Side Letter: Fund finance inflowsLP capital looks set to play a significant role in the rampant expansion of the fund finance universe. Plus: a $70bn pension is cutting its private equity allocation; and why LPs should investigate GPs' understanding of AI sustainability risks. Here's today's brief, for our valued subscribers only.
Side Letter: 'Dumb money'A potential influx of 'dumb money' has ruffled feathers among some existing LPs. Plus: A look at how tariffs disrupted H1 investment values; and a $43 billion pension is doubling down on private equity. Here's today's brief, for our valued subscribers only.
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.
LAFPP commits up to $45m to private equityLos Angeles Fire & Police Pension System approves commitments to three different private equity funds.
Side Letter: Yale's $6bn saleYale University has come to market with one of the largest LP-led transactions of recent years. Plus: Navis completes another GP-led transaction; and climate giant Altérra is seeking new partners. Here's today's brief, for our valued subscribers only.
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.
Side Letter: How risky is NAV financing?A new white paper looks to dispel fears that NAV loans represent an excessive level of leverage for buyout funds. Plus: an Italian PE firm breaks records; and a California pension is hungry for buyouts. Here's today's brief, for our valued subscribers only