Private Equity

Fundraising

EQT’s fund close by the numbers

At €10.75bn, EQT VIII is the joint fourth-largest euro-denominated fund ever raised.

1 min read · 26 February 2018

Using big data to gain an edge

From machine-learning algorithms to iPad apps and blockchain, funds of funds are embracing the data revolution.

5 min read · 26 February 2018

Melwani: Strong fundamentals, leverage caps make this cycle different

3 min read · 23 February 2018

Capital is abundant, but time is scarce

Frenetic fundraising activity by established brands is putting a strain on LPs and making it tough for first-timers.

3 min read · 22 February 2018

Ex-Wayzata executives launch firm to target European opportunities

2 min read · 22 February 2018

Swiss banks create platform for private credit, equity and real estate

A trio of Swiss private banks have launched Hermance to access alternative assets.

2 min read · 22 February 2018

IK taps re-ups for ‘substantially oversubscribed’ Small Cap II

The fund reached its €550m hard-cap and included €50m of its own capital, partner Kristian Carlsson Kemppinen told Private Equity International.

1 min read · 22 February 2018

EMPEA: Emerging Asia reaches highest fundraising level since 2008

Funds with a final target size of $1bn or more accounted for 62% of capital raised in 2017.

2 min read · 22 February 2018

Actis: African recovery could whet LP appetites

Continued spending and economic growth in Africa could hint at a return for private equity fundraising in 2018, according to Sherif Elkholy, partner at Actis.

2 min read · 21 February 2018

Platinum eyes $1 bln for debut small-cap fund

2 min read · 20 February 2018

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