Buyout

Tokyo-based Basic Capital Management is back in the market for its latest strategy after a nearly four-year hiatus since its last flagship.

The closings were 'a significant accomplishment, given the persistent industry headwinds in private equity fundraising', CEO Jon Winkelried says.

Private equity fundraising fell for the second year in a row last year, with the number of funds closed almost matching the number seen in 2017.

Ranjan, based in the firm’s London office, inherits a much more extensive private equity business than existed just two years ago.

Managing director Rohan Wolfers tells PEI that Australia's 'relatively low-risk profile in the current macroeconomic and geopolitical climate' is attractive to potential investors.

Tokyo Stock Exchange reforms are presenting buying opportunities for GPs including KKR, a conference has heard.

Investors yet to enter the South Asian market will need to see convincing DPI before taking the leap, panelists noted at the HKVCA's Asia Private Equity Forum on Friday.

The $140bn sovereign wealth fund’s CEO Dr Raphael Arndt attributed the quarterly drop to currency issues and write-downs.

The firm’s exit activity slumped around 45% in 2023 as IPO window remained largely shut.

The acquisition lays the foundation for a one-stop shop for clients of both organisations, Andy Lund and Matt Swain tell PEI.