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Nova Capital boosts team

As the market moves into more uncertain times, Nova Capital is augmenting its team of operating partners.

Partners Group opens in Tokyo(2)

The global alternative asset specialist, which has had a presence in Singapore since 2004, has opened a second office in Asia.

UK minister says asset class “lifeblood of innovation”

Ian Pearson, the UK minister for science and innovation, has said private equity has been “unfairly maligned” and it is part of the UK “innovation ecosystem’s lifeblood.”

Moore opens London office

Moore, a back office services provider, has hired Simon Chadwick from Bear Stearns to spearhead its drive in London and Japan.

Lehman hires Jeb Bush as PE advisor(2)

US investment bank Lehman Brothers has reportedly hired Jeb Bush, the US President’s brother, to advise its private equity business.

Romney seeks political capital from Bain years

In a new campaign advertisement aimed at boosting his popularity in the US presidential race, Mitt Romney is highlighting his role in mobilizing all of Bain Capital's professionals in a 1996 search for a senior partner's daughter.

C.P. Eaton opens in Shanghai

The US-based independent placement agent is eschewing orthodox moves into Hong Kong or Singapore in the hope of stealing a march on its competitors.

CHAMP opens an office in Singapore

CHAMP Private Equity, an Australia private equity firm, is expanding to Asia via a new office in Singapore. It is the first Australia-focused buyout group to do so.

GMT buys £62m advertising business from troubled SMG(3)

Media group SMG has sold outdoor advertising business Primesight to buyout firm GMT Communications, easing the financial difficulties faced by the seller’s board.

Cerberus’ Larsen joins Moelis & Co.

Fresh off the $1.8 billion first close of its debut fund, Ken Moelis’ new firm has lured Kurt Larsen away from Cerberus.