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A giant of the UK's defined contribution pension market is piling into PE. Plus: we dig deep into EQT's decision to embrace long-holds and Waterland sinks its flag in London. Here's today's brief, for our valued subscribers only.

NEST is set to allocate at least £1bn for the asset class by early next year.

Fund VIII has already made six platform investments, sources said, adding to some 150 companies backed by Madison Dearborn since inception.

On balance, the LPs expressed frustration with aspects of the turnover but that was mitigated for some by Vista’s record of consistent strong returns.

Individual investors would like to invest in private equity but need a product, according to Schroders’ head of private equity.

Shamrock Capital has closed its fifth growth fund at $1 billion.

An increase in interest rates in the near term would have a 'positive impact' on the asset manager's business, according to chief executive and CIO Benoît Durteste.

The Glasgow-based public pension fund has backed two growth equity funds

JPMorgan Asset Management has thrown its hat into the growth equity ring as demand for the strategy soars. Plus: what you need to know about Thailand's PE market (there's more than you think) and ICG has lofty fundraising ambitions. Here's today's brief, for our valued subscribers only.

As private equity carves out a niche in the highly-liquid Thai market, PEI outlines Thailand's key players, deal environment and long-term outlook.