Private Equity Insights

AUGUST 23, 2023

International Business Machines has agreed to sell its weather business to private equity firm Francisco Partners for an undisclosed sum, the technology services giant said on Tuesday. But the company has been investing in its cloud offerings and announced a $4.6

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Private Equity Insights

JANUARY 10, 2025

BEO Investments LLC, a Miami-based private equity firm, has launched three investment funds tailored to meet the needs of its accredited clients. It has a 5 to 7-year investment horizon. The BEO Value Opportunity Fund is a $40m fund designed to capitalize on time-sensitive investment opportunities.

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The Motley Fool

DECEMBER 18, 2024

The stock was jumping last week on rumors that a private equity firm may be buying the company. And unless it is highly confident in its ability to turn things around, it may ultimately decide that it's too risky of an investment to take on. Should you invest $1,000 in Walgreens Boots Alliance right now?

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Private Equity Insights

JANUARY 15, 2025

GIP, a private equity firm managing over $100bn in assets, owns stakes in Gatwick Airport and offshore wind projects. The company warned that $175bn in global AI investment funds could flow to China-backed projects without action. Such investments could strengthen Chinas global influence in AI.

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Private Equity Insights

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Golden Goose, the Italian luxury sneakers and apparel brand, has secured a 12% minority investment from Blue Pool Capital, a Hong Kong-based investment firm. CEO Silvio Campara welcomed Blue Pool as a strategic partner, highlighting the firms expertise and connections in the US and APAC markets.

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The Motley Fool

DECEMBER 10, 2024

The beaten-down retail pharmacy rallied on rumors it might get bought out by a private equity firm. Private equity to the rescue? Today, The Wall Street Journal reported that private equity firm Sycamore Partners has been in talks with Walgreens regarding a potential buyout.

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Private Equity Insights

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

The investment, confirmed by Bulgarian media outlet Capital , follows the companys 9.62m Series A round nearly two years ago. Romanian private equity firm Morphosis Capital also participated in the round, acquiring a minority stake.

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Private Equity Insights

JANUARY 16, 2025

Palm Peak Capital, a private equity firm launched in 2024 by former Sun Capital Partners executives, has acquired California-based Pacific Shoring Products. This acquisition marks Palm Peaks first investment and reflects its focus on high-potential industrial sectors. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

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Private Equity Insights

APRIL 11, 2025

MLB, which opened its doors to private equity in 2019, has become a focus for investors seeking resilient assets in the sports sector. As of now, 18 of the leagues 30 teams have ties to private equity, with 10 receiving direct investment. Arctos Partners, another active player, holds stakes in five franchises.

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Private Equity Insights

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

The professional services firm is said to be in discussions with potential buyers and is working with advisers from Rothschild to evaluate its options. While economic conditions led to modest growth in advisory and tax services, the firms audit practice achieved strong performance gains throughout the year.

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Private Equity Insights

APRIL 4, 2025

The deal marks a significant cross-border exit for Brynwood, a US private equity firm specialising in lower middle market consumer assets. Harvest Hill was formed in 2014 when Brynwood carved out Juicy Juice from Nestl USA, and has since grown into a leading North American beverage platform. Can`t stop reading?

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Private Equity Insights

APRIL 9, 2025

RCPDirect V will focus on making minority equity investments of $7.5m The fund will generally co-invest alongside lead buyout managers raising between $100m and $1bn. Founded in 2001, RCP Advisors provides access to small buyout managers through a range of strategies including primary, secondary, and co-investment funds.

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Private Equity Insights

APRIL 17, 2025

Warburgs affiliate, Currant Sea Investments B.V., stake, while ADIAs vehicle, Platinum Invictus B 2025 RSC, will invest roughly $307m for a 5.1% Warburgs affiliate, Currant Sea Investments B.V., stake, while ADIAs vehicle, Platinum Invictus B 2025 RSC, will invest roughly $307m for a 5.1%

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Private Equity Insights

APRIL 16, 2025

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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.

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Private Equity Insights

MARCH 12, 2025

Led by Group CEO Andrew Kilmartin and UK CEO Dave Clayton, the company will use the investment to scale its operations and broaden its international reach. Maven Partners Ryan Bevington and Jeremy Thompson spearheaded the investment from the firms Manchester office, with ThinCats providing senior debt funding.

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Private Equity Wire

JANUARY 10, 2025

Vistria Group, a private equity firm based in Chicago with ties to former President Barack Obama, has successfully closed a $3bn fund, adding to the growing list of Windy City investors raising capital over the past year, according to a report by BNN Bloomberg.

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Private Equity Insights

JANUARY 13, 2025

Private equity firms have driven buyout activity to $133bn in 2024, a 78% increase compared to the previous year. This growth outpaced the global rate of 29%, highlighting Europes appeal for opportunistic investments.

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Private Equity Insights

JANUARY 16, 2025

Private equity firms are increasingly using continuation funds to extend ownership of portfolio companies. They give private equity firms the flexibility to address operational challenges and wait for favourable market conditions before exiting investments.

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Private Equity Insights

JANUARY 7, 2025

A Blackstone-led investor group is acquiring a majority stake in US accounting firm Citrin Cooperman, valuing the company at over $2bn, according to sources cited by the Financial Times on Tuesday. This could mark Blackstones first investment in the accounting sector. Billion Loan for AirTrunk Bid Private equity firm Blackstone Inc.

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Private Equity Insights

JANUARY 16, 2025

HBXs flotation could boost confidence among private equity firms looking to exit portfolio investments through public markets. Read more HBX Targets 725m in Spanish IPO to revive Europes public listings market HBX Group, a private equity-owned hotel room wholesaler, plans to raise up to 725m through an IPO.

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Private Equity Wire

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Private equity firms have entered the National Football League (NFL) ownership arena for the first time, with Ares Management acquiring a 10% stake in the Miami Dolphins and an Arctos Sports Partners-led investor group acquiring a minority stake in the Buffalo Bills, according to a report by the Financial Times.

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Private Equity Insights

JANUARY 27, 2025

EQT Partners, the Swedish private equity firm managing 269bn in assets, generated 11bn in exit proceeds in 2024. This growth signals a recovery in private equity after years of subdued exit activity. The fund will focus on high-growth, mid-sized European businesses, with equity investments ranging from 50m to 300m.

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Private Equity Insights

JANUARY 14, 2025

Directional Capital, a private equity firm, is in advanced discussions to acquire Pizza Hut UKs restaurant operations. The potential acquisition reflects Directional Capitals strategy of investing in high-potential businesses under financial strain. The transaction would likely involve a pre-pack administration of HWS.

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Private Equity Insights

APRIL 16, 2025

Many firms are prioritising value creation across existing portfolios. Private equity firms are also exploring liquidity options beyond traditional exits. Industry executives say the market has entered a cautious phase, with some previously anticipated M&A transactions postponed. Can`t stop reading?

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Private Equity Insights

MARCH 6, 2025

The oversubscribed fund, which hit its hard cap in just four months, brings the firms total assets under management to over $3.5bn. The rapid fundraising reflects strong investor confidence in GSPs approach to value creation and operational scaling.

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Private Equity Wire

JANUARY 2, 2025

One Equity Partners (OEP), a middle market private equity firm focused on the industrial, healthcare, and technology sectors in North America and Europe, has completed a majority investment in industrial automation and robotics company Comau,making Stellantis an active minority shareholder.

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Private Equity Insights

APRIL 8, 2025

Launched in late 2023, Fusion provides non-US-based wealthy investors access to Hgs private equity funds and co-investment opportunities. Leading firms such as Ares, Permira, and Hg are building in-house teams dedicated to developing bespoke products and relationships for the under-penetrated high-net-worth segment.

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Private Equity Insights

JANUARY 23, 2025

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. Such mega-deals are increasingly critical as private equity firms navigate a slow exit environment. power industry in nearly two decades.

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Private Equity Insights

JANUARY 8, 2025

The founder of Newbury Partners, Richard Lichter, has started a new venture to support small private equity firms struggling with fundraising gaps. This is due to the sluggish fundraising environment, which has impacted even strong firms with excellent track records.

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Private Equity Insights

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

These entities share an address with BC Partners London office, and their listed director matches the name of Michael Chang, the firms New York-based co-head of healthcare. Chang is also linked to BC Partners investment in US pet retailer PetSmart, fueling further speculation about a potential deal. Read more here. Read more here.

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Private Equity Insights

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

The fund completed 26 private equity transactions, mainly co-investments and fund commitments, with several deal sizes undisclosed and no recorded exits during the period. CEO John Graham highlighted the funds active investment strategy, noting that more than 40 deals were signed or closed in the quarter.

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Private Equity Insights

JANUARY 23, 2025

Arctos Partners, through its $9.9bn AUM Arctos Sports division, has acquired a 10% stake in the Buffalo Bills, becoming one of the first private equity firms to invest in an NFL team. This follows recent NFL rule changes allowing PE firms to hold up to 10% stakes in franchises. Dodgers, and Paris Saint-Germain F.C.

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Private Equity Insights

JANUARY 10, 2025

Source: Brand Equity Can’t stop reading? Read more BEO Investments launches $100m real estate investment funds BEO Investments LLC, a Miami-based private equity firm, has launched three investment funds. is considering a major investment in the Ito familys plan to.

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Private Equity Insights

JANUARY 31, 2025

The San Francisco-based private equity firm, founded in 2024, focuses on businesses within the advanced industrial economy, investing in companies that provide essential products, services, and equipment across high-value manufacturing, infrastructure solutions, critical industrial services, and industrial technology.

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Private Equity Insights

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Nicklas Guldberg, principal at Waterland Private Equity, expressed confidence in GoGifts potential, stating, While GoGift already has a solid international presence, we are confident that there is further potential for GoGift to be established as an international market leader. Can`t stop reading?

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Private Equity Insights

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

The private equity firm has engaged financial advisors Moelis & Co and RBC Capital to oversee the process, which is expected to begin in the coming weeks. The sale comes amid rising corporate investment in technology, driven by increased artificial intelligence adoption.

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