EQT raises private equity fund in tough market

EQT raises private equity fund in tough market

Swedish private equity firm EQT AB has raised about €15bn so far for its new flagship fund despite wider economic and fundraising headwinds. The buyout firm has received commitments for about 70pc of the fund’s maximum cap of €21.5bn by the first close, according to a...
Blackstone closes in on burrito maker Zambrero

Blackstone closes in on burrito maker Zambrero

Global private equity giant Blackstone has turned on the charm at Australian born-and-bred fast food chain Zambrero. It is understood Blackstone and Zambrero are closing in on a round of exclusive talks, which would give the private equity firm full and unfettered...