The Motley Fool
JANUARY 23, 2025
It's tough to go against the crowd. It takes the courage in your convictions when everyone else is going in a different direction. That's especially true when it comes to investments since you'll have your hard-earned money on the line. However, if you do your homework, bucking the investment trend can prove profitable. Where to invest $1,000 right now?
Private Equity Insights
JANUARY 22, 2025
The New York State Common Retirement Fund, one of the largest public pension funds in the US, allocated over $3bn in November 2024. More than $2.7bn went to private equity. Over the past six months, NYSCRF has committed a total of $5.4bn to private equity. Among the private equity investments, NYSCRF allocated $2bn across four tranches to Neuberger Bermans NB Co-Investment Fund III.
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Private Equity Professional
JANUARY 20, 2025
Stellex Capital Management has acquired Industrial Construction Services (ICS), a provider of electrical services to industrial and commercial sectors, from Stone Arch Capital. The ICS platform was formed by Stone Arch in September 2018 with the acquisition of Louisiana-based Electrical and Instrumentation Unlimited , a company specializing in industrial electrical and instrumentation services across the Gulf Coast, Mid-Atlantic, and Southeastern regions of the United States.
Financial Times M&A
JANUARY 24, 2025
US private equity group closes in on buyout of partners stake in 2bn portfolio
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 23, 2025
Those born in 1963 will reach an important Social Security milestone this year: They'll turn 62 and become eligible to claim benefits after paying into the program their entire career. It's tempting to apply right away so you can enjoy the extra income, but that might not be the best move for you financially. Waiting to apply will often increase how much Social Security you collect over your lifetime.
Private Equity Insights
JANUARY 22, 2025
The Los Angeles Fire & Police Pension System approved $382.2m in commitments across six private equity funds and one private credit fund. These investments, finalised between November and December 2024, reflect the pensions continued focus on diversifying its $32.5bn portfolio. The pension committed $155m to growth-focused private equity funds, including $50m to Bansk Fund II, $30m to GTCR Strategic Growth Fund II, and $75m to TPG Growth VI.
Private Equity Professional
JANUARY 20, 2025
KLH Capital has acquired Concrete Protection & Restoration , a provider of concrete restoration services. Concrete Protection & Restoration (CPR) specializes in concrete restoration and technical structural services that maintain the safety, integrity, and functionality of high-rise buildings, parking structures, and industrial facilities. The companys core services include post-tension tendon repairs, structural strengthening, waterproofing, protective coatings, hydro-demolition, and ep
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The Motley Fool
JANUARY 23, 2025
What's the easiest way to build a diversified portfolio? That's easy: Invest in exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Which fund manager offers the lowest-cost ETFs? That's not quite as easy, because there are several contenders. However, Vanguard is one that immediately comes to mind. ETFs are especially good to use with a buy-and-hold investing strategy. Here are my three favorite Vanguard ETFs to buy and hold for decades.
Private Equity Insights
JANUARY 23, 2025
The $16.4bn sale of Calpine Corp to Constellation Energy underscores the rising significance of mega-exits in private equity. This landmark deal, which provides a 4x return for its ownersEnergy Capital Partners (ECP), CPP Investments, and Access Industriesis among the largest transactions in the U.S. power industry in nearly two decades. It also offers ECP the opportunity to distribute cash to its limited partners, liquidating a significant portion of its $5bn third fund.
Private Equity Professional
JANUARY 23, 2025
American Pacific Group has acquired ServerLIFT , a provider of material handling and lifting equipment for IT infrastructure. ServerLIFT designs, manufactures, and distributes material handling and lifting equipment tailored to the needs of IT infrastructure, particularly for data centers. The companys product linedesigned for safety, ergonomic operation, and efficiency in server installation, removal, and maintenanceincludes server-handling lifts, such as the ServerLIFT SL-500X , a compact, ful
Financial Times M&A
JANUARY 21, 2025
Marcus Bokkerink was appointed to role at CMA in 2022
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 23, 2025
According to many metrics, Plug Power (NASDAQ: PLUG) is on a roll. Since the start of 2021, sales have skyrocketed by 2,000%. Plus, the company operates in what could someday become a trillion-dollar industry: hydrogen fuel. It's reasonable to be optimistic about Plug Power. But does all this promise make the stock a buy? You may be surprised by the answer.
Private Equity Insights
JANUARY 21, 2025
KKR, the global investment firm, has entered a binding agreement to acquire Dawsongroup, a leading UK-based asset leasing company, as part of its Global Climate strategy. The acquisition aligns with KKRs commitment to net-zero solutions. Dawsongroup already incorporates energy-efficient technologies, including electric vehicles, solar power, and battery storage.
Private Equity Professional
JANUARY 20, 2025
Sky Island Capital has held an above target and final close of its second private equity fund, Sky Island Capital II LP , with $300 million in capital commitments. Limited partners in Fund II consist of both new and returning investors, such as insurance companies, family offices, endowments, and funds of funds. Sky Island invests from $10 million to $50 million of equity in North America-based manufacturing companies that have revenue of $10 million to $200 million and EBITDA of $5 million to $
Investment Writing
JANUARY 23, 2025
I’ve long wondered why there is no apostrophe in words like “writers room,” ‘homeowners association,” or “teachers college.” Is the noun descriptive or possessive? I found a good explanation in Emmy J. Favilla’s A World Without “Whom.” Do not use an apostrophe when a word is primarily descriptive rather than possessive… The word is acting more like an adjective than a possessive noun.
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 23, 2025
Many industry observers expect artificial intelligence (AI) to be the defining technology of the next decade. Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates says AI will be as transformative as "the creation of the microprocessor, the personal computer, the internet, and the mobile phone." Naturally, investors are focused on semiconductor companies like Nvidia , cloud companies like Amazon , and software companies like Palantir.
Private Equity Insights
JANUARY 22, 2025
Blackstone is exploring options to divest Hotel Investment Partners, a Spain-based hospitality group valued at 6.5bn ($6.77bn). The private equity giant is weighing either a sale of its 65% stake in HIP or an initial public offering, according to reports from Cinco Dias. HIP owns 73 hotels, comprising 22,000 rooms, located in prime destinations across Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.
Blackstone News
JANUARY 24, 2025
The post Blackstone Energy Transition Partners to Acquire Potomac Energy Center appeared first on Blackstone.
Financial Times M&A
JANUARY 18, 2025
German lender under pressure to cut costs and boost returns after approach from UniCredit
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 23, 2025
Had you invested $1,000 in Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.A) (NYSE: BRK.B) when Warren Buffett became its CEO in 1965, you would have $42.5 million today. The same investment in the S&P 500 would have grown to just $343,000 over the same period, which highlights Buffett's incredible ability to pick stocks. You won't ever find Buffett chasing the latest stock market trends, not even one as powerful as artificial intelligence (AI).
Private Equity Insights
JANUARY 22, 2025
VuWall, a leader in video wall control and visualisation solutions, has been acquired by Naxicap, a private equity firm specialising in mission-critical technology. This acquisition follows Naxicaps earlier investments in Guntermann & Drunck (G&D) in 2020 and Tritec Electronic in 2022, as part of its strategy to consolidate and innovate in the control room industry.
Private Equity Wire
JANUARY 20, 2025
Kantar Group has agreed the sale of its media measurement and analytics unit, Kantar Media, which operates in over 60 markets and employs more than 4,500 people globally, to private equity firm HIG Capital in a deal valued at approximately $1bn, according to a report by the Wall Street Journal. Kantar Media, which delivers data-driven insights for content and advertising decisions, offers services such as cross-platform audience measurement, TV advertising and content ratings outside the US, and
Financial Times M&A
JANUARY 23, 2025
Bettina Orlopp insists on receiving written proposal from Italian lender ahead of engaging
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 23, 2025
Shares of Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) and Vistra (NYSE: VST) have surged 860% and 700%, respectively, since the beginning of 2023. Both companies have benefited from the artificial intelligence (AI) boom despite operating in very different parts of the economy. But billionaire David Tepper, the hedge fund manager at Appaloosa Management, sold one and bought the other in the third quarter, as detailed below: Tepper sold 65,000 shares of Nvidia, reducing his position by 9%.
Private Equity Insights
JANUARY 23, 2025
USI Partners raised an additional $139m for its Southeast Asia-focused energy transition strategy, bringing the total fund size to $259m. The investment includes significant contributions from British International Investment (BII) and Dutch development bank FMO, with $70m and $50m allocated, respectively. These funds will support the SUSI Asia Energy Transition Fund (SAETF) and the Sustainable Asia Renewable Assets (SARA) platform.
Private Equity Wire
JANUARY 20, 2025
International hedge funds and private equity firms are increasingly investing in Lloyds of Londons tax-exempt investment vehicle, as the 300-year-old UK institution expands its efforts to attract global investors, according to a report by the Financial Times. The report cites data from professional services company Aon as revealing that Lloyds introduced the investment scheme in 2021 to capitalise on the growing market for insurance-linked securities (ILS), which reached $113bn in 2024.
Financial Times M&A
JANUARY 21, 2025
Worries about the EUs waning competitiveness have prompted a rethink of merger rules that prioritised consumers
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 22, 2025
The S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) delivered a return of 23% in 2024, which was more than double its average annual gain dating back to when it was established in 1957. However, had you invested in the Vanguard Information Technology ETF (NYSEMKT: VGT) instead, you would have earned a return of 32% for the year. This exchange-traded fund (ETF) holds 316 different technology stocks, including some of the trillion-dollar giants that are powering the S&P 500 higher thanks to emerging trends like
Private Equity Insights
JANUARY 21, 2025
Investcorp has been chosen by Kumpulan Wang Persaraan (KWAP), one of Malaysias largest pension funds, to manage a $110m special managed account focused on private equity. KWAP, with over $36bn in assets, selected Investcorp from a field of more than 100 global private equity firms. The SMA will primarily target investments in Southeast Asia, with a smaller allocation (15-20%) directed towards opportunities in Europe.
Private Equity Professional
JANUARY 23, 2025
Fort Point Capital has sold Strata Information Group (SIG) , a provider of IT services, to Ridgemont Equity Partners. Strata Information Group (SIG) provides specialized IT services to colleges and universities, focusing on Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Customer Relationship Management (CRM), cybersecurity, software implementation, cloud migration, and ongoing IT support.
Financial Times M&A
JANUARY 20, 2025
Kingdom plans to purchase up to 20% share in $9bn complex as it looks to accelerate its diversification away from oil
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 22, 2025
U.S. benchmark West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil prices topped $80 per barrel on Jan. 15 after closing out 2024 closer to $70 per barrel. Geopolitical policy is driving higher prices. On Jan. 10, the U.S. hit Russia with strict sanctions, driving up prices. To quote a press release by the U.S. Department of State: "The United States is imposing sanctions today on more than 200 entities and individuals involved in Russia's energy sector and identifying more than 180 vessels as blocked prope
Private Equity Insights
JANUARY 21, 2025
Levine Leichtman Capital Partners announced its acquisition of SYNERGY HomeCare Franchising, a leading in-home care provider, from NexPhase Capital. SYNERGY will continue to be led by its CEO, Charlie Young, and the existing executive team. We are thrilled to partner with Charlie and his team, said Matthew Frankel, Managing Partner at LLCP. Their exceptional leadership has driven SYNERGYs growth, and we look forward to supporting them in accelerating sales and territory expansion.
Financial Times M&A
JANUARY 24, 2025
The tycoons may benefit simply from setting the cat among the pigeons
The Motley Fool
JANUARY 22, 2025
The weeks leading up to retirement can be exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time. On one hand, you're getting ready to enjoy some newfound freedom. On the other, you're making a big change, which is a scary thing by itself. But you're also giving up the security of a steady paycheck, and you're venturing into a phase of life with a lot of unknowns.
Private Equity Insights
JANUARY 21, 2025
Ardian, the French private equity firm, has closed its latest mid-cap growth fund, Ardian Expansion Fund VI, at 3.2bn, surpassing its target by 10%. The fund represents a 60% increase from its predecessor and attracted 200 limited partners from 28 countries, including nearly 120 new investors. The successful raise underscores Ardians strong track record and investor confidence in its strategies.
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