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Blackstone taps Goldman Sachs leveraged finance head to lead European private credit origination

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The trend reflects the rising influence of private lenders in corporate financing, particularly as banks grow more cautious amid volatile market conditions. If finalised, the deal would rank among the largest ever private credit financings, edging out banks that had pitched to refinance the companys debt.

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Sycamore-backed Walgreens posts improved Q2 as $10bn buyout advances

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Source: Yahoo Finance If you think we missed any important news, please do not hesitate to contact us at news@pe-insights.com. The company posted a reduced net loss of $2.85bn, down from $5.91bn in the same quarter last year. Can`t stop reading?

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KKR and Stonepeak secure £1.61bn Assura buyout after bidding war

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The firm recently emerged as the preferred bidder for an equity stake in Thames Water, Englands largest water utility, as it seeks to stabilise its finances through new investment. The deal adds to KKRs growing exposure to UK infrastructure and real estate.

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Update: Bain’s €2bn Apleona buyout secures backing from Citi and UBS

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This marks one of the few significant acquisitions in Europes leveraged finance market amid a scarcity of M&A activity in recent years. The two banks are leading the leveraged loan financing, which will be syndicated to institutional investors next month. Neither Bain, Apleona, Citi, nor UBS have commented on the transaction.

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JPMorgan, BofA In Talks to Finance $13 Billion DocuSign Buyout

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are in talks to provide as much as $8 billion in financing for a buyout of DocuSign Inc. and Deutsche Bank AG are also among the lenders considering a role in funding what would be the largest leveraged buyout of the year so far, according to the people, who asked not to be identified discussing the transaction. KKR & Co.

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CD&R, Permira Nearing $2.4bn Buyout Offer for Exclusive Networks

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The private equity consortium has lined up financing to potentially buy out minority shareholders in Exclusive Networks, people familiar with the matter had said, asking not to be identified because the talks are private. Talks are ongoing and there’s no guarantee they’ll lead to a deal, the company said.

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Blackstone and Permira assess debt options for €6.5bn Adevinta deal

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The firms acquired Adevinta in 2023 in one of Europes largest leveraged buyouts backed by private credit. The ongoing financing discussions reflect a shift in market dynamics, as private equity sponsors weigh whether to stick with direct lenders or turn to banks for lower-cost financing.

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