Private Equity
After the crisis, opportunities abound in the US private equity market, writes Graeme Faulds.
3 min read · 05 January 2013
A re-tooled version of the bill will likely face another vote on Friday as senators continue to negotiate.
1 min read · 05 January 2013
Lawmakers agreed to require private equity firms to register with the SEC, while the 'Volcker rule' was softened to allow limited holdings in private equity assets. A formal vote is expected next week.
2 min read · 05 January 2013
The 'Volcker Rule's' impact on private equity may not be felt until 2022, and its main effect could be to reduce banks' co-investment in alternative vehicles.
3 min read · 05 January 2013
Japan Airlines and American Airlines have applied for antitrust immunity ahead of a potential business agreement, bringing a TPG-backed rescue deal one step closer to reality.
2 min read · 05 January 2013
The bank is reportedly in ‘advanced discussions’ to acquire Brazilian investment firm Gávea, which closed its third fund in 2008 on $1.2bn.
2 min read · 05 January 2013
Private equity firms should accept short term tax increases and move on, writes Andy Thomson.
4 min read · 05 January 2013
Richard Wilson, formerly head of Apax’s technology and telecoms team, has relinquished the role as part of a wider reshuffle.
2 min read · 05 January 2013
The bill that would hike taxes on carried interest has a provision that would make it more expensive for GPs to sell stakes in their firms.
3 min read · 05 January 2013
The US Securities and Exchange Commission's alternatives investigation unit is ramping up its focus on private equity, including taking a closer look at side letters.
2 min read · 05 January 2013
