by Andreea Melinti | Jan 14, 2025 | News
Texas-based Sallyport Investments closed its first private equity fund at $160m, surpassing its original target. The fund focuses on investing in lower middle-market companies across North America. Key sectors include healthcare, business services, and industrials,...
by Andreea Melinti | Jan 14, 2025 | News
Ares Management has successfully raised €30bn for its private direct lending strategy, marking the largest fundraise in the firm’s history for this asset class. The strategy focuses on providing bespoke financing solutions to middle-market companies across North...
by Andreea Melinti | Jan 14, 2025 | News
Franklin Templeton has introduced its first open-end fund focused on secondary private equity. The fund launched with $904.5m in assets under management through partnerships with two U.S. wealth management firms. The Franklin Lexington Private Markets Fund (FLEX) is...
by Andreea Melinti | Jan 14, 2025 | News
Capital D, a private equity fund manager, has made a strategic investment in GoWish, a leading Danish retail technology company. GoWish offers an AI-powered platform that enables retailers to predict customer preferences, optimise inventory, and enhance engagement....
by Andreea Melinti | Jan 14, 2025 | News
Directional Capital, a private equity firm, is in advanced discussions to acquire Pizza Hut UK’s restaurant operations. The proposed deal would include 140 sites and save most of the 3,000 jobs tied to the business. Only a small number of outlets are expected to...
by Andreea Melinti | Jan 14, 2025 | News
Prada is evaluating a potential acquisition of Versace from Capri Holdings, with Citi acting as its adviser. Capri Holdings has engaged Barclays to identify potential buyers for Versace, attracting interest from private equity funds and other fashion groups. This...
