Private Equity

Investors

Beyond volatility: Are there better ways to measure risk?

Too many LPs are focusing on volatility as a key indicator of risk – a measure that is unsuited to liquid markets, according to consultancy Wellershoff and Partners.

3 min read · 10 September 2019

L'Oréal backs an India-focused VC fund

The French cosmetics manufacturer establishes its footprint in the Indian market.

1 min read · 09 September 2019

IFC proposes $20m to Indian fund

The World Bank Group has backed Chiratae Ventures's fourth fund to support start-up businesses in India.

1 min read · 09 September 2019

Apeiron, a family office with a taste for venture

3 min read · 06 September 2019

Investment portfolio breakdown of Teachers' Retirement System of Louisiana

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Teachers' Retirement System of Louisiana approves $100m commitment

The US public pension has backed KSL Capital Partners' fifth special situations fund.

1 min read · 06 September 2019

TCDRS approves $150m commitment

The US public pension has backed Davidson Kempner's fifth global corporate debt fund.

1 min read · 06 September 2019

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MainePERS increases PE allocation

The US public pension has boosted its allocation to the asset class.

1 min read · 06 September 2019

News & Analysis

Does it matter how investors fund their commitments?

News that CalPERS is considering leveraging its portfolio has put the spotlight on the risks and merits of institutional investors taking on systematic borrowing.

7 min read · 05 September 2019