by Andreea Melinti | Jan 17, 2025 | News
The $275bn New York State Common Retirement Fund committed $3.3bn to private markets, bringing its alternatives exposure to nearly $100bn. Private equity makes up 14.45% of the portfolio, with real assets and real estate at 13.32% and credit strategies at 8%. These...
by Andreea Melinti | Jan 16, 2025 | News
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 Peak’s first investment and reflects its focus on high-potential industrial...
by Andreea Melinti | Jan 16, 2025 | News
Private equity firms are increasingly using continuation funds to extend ownership of portfolio companies. These funds, which saw rapid growth between 2019 and 2021, provide fresh capital to high-potential assets, ensuring continued value creation. Continuation funds...
by Andreea Melinti | Jan 16, 2025 | News
Colbeck Capital Management closed its $700m Strategic Lending Fund, designed to provide customised financing solutions for middle-market businesses in North America. The fund aims to address the unique needs of companies undergoing transitions or managing complex...
by Andreea Melinti | Jan 16, 2025 | News
Insight Partners, a leading global software investor, raised $12.5bn for its latest fund, Insight Partners XII. The fund, one of the largest in the firm’s history, will focus on high-growth software and technology companies across multiple sectors. The capital was...
by Andreea Melinti | Jan 16, 2025 | News
Sky Island Capital, a Dallas-based private equity firm, closed its second fund, Sky Island Capital Fund II, securing $300m in commitments. The fund, which exceeded its initial target, highlights strong investor confidence in Sky Island’s strategy and expertise. The...
