Friday Letter

Fundraising will be more difficult in 2023, as big pensions such as Texas Teachers, LACERA and Sacramento County ERS say they plan to slow their PE investing pace.

There is a 'pernicious idea' in VC that taking into consideration the identity and background of portfolio company founders means deprioritizing returns, says diversity-focused Kapor Capital.

Preliminary data from placement agent Probitas Partners’ annual survey of institutional investors shows a sharp decline in interest in VC funds around the globe.

New SEC marketing rules are expected to have a big impact on fundraising efforts by buyout funds, but our research found fewer than 20 VC firms will be affected.

Some things are certain in this world; one is that the urgent need for standardized ESG data must be part of any serious conversation about sustainability in private markets.

An analysis of why Bessemer Venture Partners and Industry Ventures have expanded into tech buyouts.

The co-author of a new climate tech report is unfazed by a slowdown in exits, saying the slump means climate tech companies "will just be more expensive for potential acquirers to buy."

Company founders are keen to engage on social issues, such as hiring and retaining more women and people of color, say panelists at PEI's Responsible Investment Forum.

We are now taking submissions for our annual list of 40 Rising Stars under the age of 40. Here's everything you need to know.

Energy Innovation Capital Management of Southern California overcharged on management fees, says the Securities & Exchange Commission.