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TA Associates backs merger of FGE and NexantECA to drive expansion

Private Equity Insights

The deal is set to enhance FGEs capabilities by expanding its team, technology platform, and service offerings, while also supporting both organic and acquisition-driven growth. Founded in 1984 by Dr. Fereidun Fesharaki, FGE delivers independent data, research, and advisory services across global oil, gas, LNG, NGLs, and green energy markets.

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Continuation funds emerge as a key strategy in private equity’s long-term growth playbook

Private Equity Insights

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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Madison Dearborn targets $3bn for Fund IX—its smallest fundraise since 1999

Private Equity Insights

According to Bloomberg , this is the firms lowest target since 1999, following five consecutive funds that each raised $4bn or more. The Chicago-based private equity firm has begun early fundraising discussions with investors. Can`t stop reading?

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BEO Investments launches $100m real estate investment funds

Private Equity Insights

BEO Investments LLC, a Miami-based private equity firm, has launched three investment funds tailored to meet the needs of its accredited clients. Source: Mergers & Acquisitions Can’t stop reading? read more Apollo mulls $9.5bn stake in Seven & i acquisition Apollo Global Management Inc.

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SoundHound vs BigBear.ai: Which AI Stock Will Outperform in 2025?

The Motley Fool

The company was created through the merger of analytics company BigBear and systems integrator NuWave by private equity firm AI Industrial Partners. Two other analytic companies were later added to the mix, and the company went public via a special purpose acquisition company ( SPAC ) back in 2021.

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Rinkelberg Capital acquires Jus-Rol from Cérélia following CMA ruling

Private Equity Insights

The CMA originally ordered Crlia to divest Jus-Rol after ruling in 2023 that the acquisition reduced competition in the UKs 100m ready-to-bake dough category. A new entity, Brioche UK Ltd, was set up for the acquisition, with PA Ross founder Tim Clifford and sales director Lucy Filby named as directors. Can`t stop reading?

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Apollo and ICG expand into South Korea as private equity gains momentum

Private Equity Insights

The nation’s mergers and acquisitions market remained robust in 2024, recording $18.6bn in deal value, ranking third in the region. Private equity firms are also playing an increasing role in reshaping governance and management at undervalued Korean companies, unlocking new value creation opportunities.