ESG

With the rise of the anti-sexual-harassment movement, industry stakeholders need to think differently as they mitigate reputational risk.

An unwillingness to improve ESG standards over a number of years could impact LGT’s desire to re-up with some existing GPs.

Just 36% of asset owners have identified quality sustainable investing opportunities in private equity, trailing public equities and real assets, according to Morgan Stanley.

Joy Basu’s exit from her role with the $2bn vehicle leaves it without a lead executive for agriculture, one of the seven sectors it targets.

The lobby group's first report on gender equality in private equity found just 6% of senior investment team roles are held by women.

The firm has called a private meeting in Dubai with shareholders, creditors and advisors to discuss the potential sale of its fund management business.

Developments at Abraaj Group mean LPs should conduct even more rigorous due diligence when considering MENA commitments.

The £8.3bn fund is planning to increase its target allocation to the asset class through 'world-class managers'.

Environment, social and governance integration is market-specific, and Japan has the fastest uptake, says the firm’s global head of ESG Emily Chew.

A government white paper cited transparency issues and management fees as reasons why the $1trn fund should not invest in unlisted equities.