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2018 in Europe: Brexit begins to bite

The UK is no longer the most active private equity market in Europe and some of the country's firms met a cool reception on the fundraising trail.

3 min read · 19 December 2018

Story of the year: Lyceum Capital's rebirth

Lyceum Capital Partners pulled fundraising in January. By October it was back under a new name and with money to spend.

2 min read · 19 December 2018

Is it Indonesia’s time to shine?

The archipelago is the obvious choice for private equity firms wanting to capture opportunities the young and urban middle class provide.

3 min read · 13 December 2018

Latin America opens the door for investors

Many Latin American pension funds want to invest in international private equity – and it’s becoming easier for them to do so.

4 min read · 12 December 2018

Private equity ‘dares to touch’ Europe’s final frontier

The continent’s emerging eastern markets can be an acquired taste, spelling opportunity for those willing to take a leap of faith.

3 min read · 11 December 2018

Changing dynamics provide opportunity in South-East Asia

High growth environments, more companies of investable size and economic reforms make the region the next hotspot for Asia private equity.

4 min read · 11 December 2018

EM markets investors must look beyond the headlines

The downfall of Abraaj Group, political risk and currency volatility have led to a less than rosy picture for EM fundraising this year.

4 min read · 10 December 2018

Is the lower mid-market the new mid-market?

The prevailing ‘grow or die’ approach to fundraising creates a distinct opportunity for spin-outs to outperform in an overlooked corner of the market, writes Anne Moore, of placement agent Monument Group.

5 min read · 29 November 2018

How firms like Blackstone institutionalise private wealth fundraising

Firms hoping to tap high-net-worth capital on a grand scale must navigate regulation, due diligence and liquidity requirements, the firm's Joan Solotar tells PEI.

5 min read · 28 November 2018

New Mountain Capital to launch minority strategy – exclusive

The firm will raise a 'Strategic Equity' fund targeting sectors similar to those of its flagship buyout vehicles, PEI understands.

2 min read · 27 November 2018

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