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Nuveen’s takeover of Schroders to create $2.5trn asset managerSchroders Capital, the private capital arm of Schroders, manages more than $25bn in private equity assets.
Side Letter: EMG's CV dramaIn today's edition, The continuation vehicle serving as the latest example of GP-LP friction; And yet, the continuation boom looks set to continue into 2026; Another GP plants its flag in Tokyo.
Side Letter: LPs' magic wand requestsIn today's edition, LPs share their hopes for change in 2026; Evidence of a resurgence in China fundraising; What happens to an asset when it fails to trade in an M&A process?
CVs may sort out poor performers, zombie funds – WIPM SummitGP-leds 'could be used for something good' as the industry sees more ageing funds, according to the Universities Superannuation Scheme's Teia Merring.
Women of Influence 2025: Cross asset classMeet the cross asset class experts on the 2025 Women of Influence list.
UK's Standard Life 'already investing' as it eyes Q1 alts default fund launchThe UK insurer, part of Phoenix Group, is readying a default strategy for pension members that aims to build a 25% allocation to private markets.
Phoenix plots £1bn PE push in private markets buildoutThe UK's biggest life and pensions provider has awarded two PE mandates for its DC default fund, head of private markets Cecile Retaureau tells PEI.
Investor Intentions : Phoenix Group to scale up its private markets investmentsThe institution will look to diversify its private market portfolio across six main strategies.
Side Letter: Schroders' latest LTAFSchroders Capital has launched another LTAF as efforts to access UK investors gather momentum. Plus: Ohio Public Employees Retirement System has concerns over an increased allocation to illiquid assets. Here's today's brief, for our valued subscribers only.
Side Letter: Malaysia's busiest LP?A Malaysian pension giant has its work cut out to reach its ambitious private equity target. Plus: a Schroders joint venture is hoping to lure more UK pension capital into private markets. Here's today's brief, for our valued subscribers only.