ICG almost doubles Europe VII to close €8.1bn fund VIII

ICG almost doubles Europe VII to close €8.1bn fund VIII

Intermediate Capital Group has almost doubled its predecessor to close its eighth European Corporate fund on €8.1bn. Europe VIII significantly beats its €7bn target and exceeded its hard cap. It is also 90% bigger than Europe VII. The fund has attracted commitments...
LDC exits Aqualisa to Fortune Brands in £130m sale

LDC exits Aqualisa to Fortune Brands in £130m sale

Leading mid-market private equity firm LDC has exited its seven-year investment in bathroom specialist Aqualisa to Fortune Brands Home & Security, in a transaction that values the company at £130m. Founded in 1977, Aqualisa is the UK’s leading designer, developer...