Western Europe

CDH Fund IV heavily over-subscribed

The China-focused firm will soon close a $1.4bn fund, but sources say it could have raised double that amount.

Owayda resurfaces at Siguler Guff

The 23-year veteran of the private equity industry has emerged at the fund of funds and advisory firm following his departure from SVG last year.

PRIVATELY SPEAKING

Fred Eckert is chairman and CEO of GSC Partners, an investment group that already is active in CDOs, distressed investing and European mezzanine finance. He spoke to Private Equity International about the products, the people and the plans shaping this business.

Ex-Carlyle pro Grady declines NJ treasurer job

Robert Grady, who ran Carlyle’s venture funds for several years, has rejected the role of treasurer in the administration of New Jersey Governor-elect Chris Christie.

Lloyds bank sells prime centre for £297m

Private equity interest in the Silverburn mall comes to nothing as nationalised Lloyds Banking Group sells a shopping centre to European real estate investor Hammerson and Canadian pension, CPPIB.

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Canada pension plan invests £100m in UK fund

The Canada Pension Plan Investment Board has agreed to inject equity into a retail park fund advised by REIT, British Land, and managed by Schroder Property.

Auda to invest $300m in Asia in the next 3 years

The New York-headquartered investment advisor and fund of funds manager plans primarily to invest in China and India.

Bold, not bullish

Fr&eacute;d&eacute;ric Lemoine embraced a tough challenge when he took over as chief executive at Paris-listed investment group Wendel Investissement earlier this year. Having invested aggressively during the boom, the firm has been hit by poor performance at certain portfolio companies, a declining share price and a credit rating downgrade. As he goes about seeking to restore the firm's fortunes, Lemoine can see a profitable – and less controversial – future

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