Fundraising
Fundraising signals: launches, target sizes, placement agent mandates, first closes, and extension vehicles. A real-time pulse on which GPs are in market and how LPs are responding.
Ceiba Ridge Tax Fund I, LP Files Form D with SEC
Ceiba Ridge Tax Fund I, LP submitted a Form D filing to the SEC on April 15, 2026, as required for exempt securities offerings.
Canton Strategic Holdings Files Form D with SEC
Canton Strategic Holdings, Inc. submitted a Form D filing to the SEC on April 15, 2026, for an exempt securities offering in the pharmaceutical sector.
Blue Owl Capital Raises $400m in BDC Bond Deal
Blue Owl Capital has raised $400 million through a bond issuance from its BDC, OBDC, amid volatility in the private credit sector, according to a report.
Blue Owl Capital Raises $400m Through OBDC Bond Issuance
Blue Owl Capital has raised $400m in a bond deal from its BDC, OBDC, amid private credit sector volatility, according to a report.
Cognita Founder Sells Startup to Radiology Partners Less Than a Year After Founding
Louis Blankemeier explains why his healthcare AI startup Cognita chose acquisition by Radiology Partners over venture capital raising in 2024.
BlueFive Capital Prepares $3bn Fund for Aerospace and Defence
Abu Dhabi-based BlueFive Capital is targeting a $3bn fund for defence investments amid rising Middle East military spending, with an initial close planned for Q3 2026.
Bain Capital Opens Office in Abu Dhabi’s ADGM
Bain Capital has established a new office in Abu Dhabi’s ADGM to expand its Middle East presence and strengthen ties with regional investors.
Carlyle Secures $1.5bn First Close for Asset-Backed Income Fund
Carlyle Group has raised $1.5 billion in the initial round for its new asset-backed finance vehicle, attracting commitments from institutional investors including pension funds.
Adams Street Closes $7.5bn Private Credit Fund as Strategy Assets Reach $15bn
Adams Street Partners has closed its third private credit vehicle with $7.5bn in total capital, expanding its direct lending platform and increasing strategy assets to $15bn, according to Private Equi
D - NB Collective Fund I LLC Files SEC Document
D - NB Collective Fund I LLC submitted a filing to the SEC on April 14, 2026, as recorded in SEC EDGAR archives.
NXT Capital Senior Loan Fund VIII Feeder Fund Files Form D
NXT Capital Senior Loan Fund VIII Feeder Fund (L) Cayman, LP filed a Form D on April 13, 2026, claiming exemption under Section 3(c)(7) of the Investment Company Act.
NXT Capital Senior Loan Fund VIII Files Form D with SEC
NXT Capital Senior Loan Fund VIII (L) Cayman, LP filed a Form D on April 13, 2026, related to Section 3(c)(7) of the Investment Company Act.
CCP Private Holdings 2026, LLC Files SEC Document
D - CCP Private Holdings 2026, LLC submitted a filing to the SEC on April 13, 2026, according to official records.
Arkview Capital Co-Invest IX - MR, L.P. Files SEC Document
Arkview Capital Co-Invest IX - MR, L.P. submitted a filing to the SEC on April 13, 2026, as recorded in SEC EDGAR.
Ping An to Sell $1bn in Software Private Equity Stakes via Secondary Market
China's Ping An Insurance Group plans a secondary sale of around $1bn in software-focused private equity stakes to reduce exposure.
Dawson Partners to Launch New Flagship Credit Fund After $7.7bn Close
Toronto-based private credit manager Dawson Partners prepares a new flagship fund mid-year, following the $7.7bn close of its predecessor, according to Private Equity Wire.
Sana Capital Fund I, L.P. Files SEC Document
Sana Capital Fund I, L.P. submitted a filing to the SEC on April 9, 2026, as part of regulatory requirements for emerging fund managers.
GC Creation Fund III Files SEC Form for Section 3(c)(7) Exemption
D - GC Creation Fund III Private Investors Offshore, L.P. filed a document with SEC EDGAR on April 10, 2026, related to Investment Company Act Section 3(c)(7).
Carlyle Limits Withdrawals from $7bn Private Credit Fund Amid Redemption Surge
Carlyle caps withdrawals at 5% for its $7bn Tactical Private Credit Fund after requests reached 15.7% of shares, according to a report cited by Private Equity Wire.
Carlyle Limits Withdrawals from $7bn Tactical Private Credit Fund
Carlyle capped withdrawals at 5% for its $7bn Tactical Private Credit Fund after requests reached 15.7% of shares, amid broader market pressures.
Warburg Pincus Launches European Defence Investment Platform
Warburg Pincus establishes a new platform for European defence investments, targeting security and resilience sectors with MEAG as an early backer.
Global VC Firms Raise $21bn in Q1, Matching Q1 2025 Levels
Venture capital firms worldwide collected $21 billion in the first quarter, the same as in Q1 2025, as reported by Venture Capital Journal.
VC Firms Raise $21 Billion in Q1, Matching Q1 2025
Venture capital firms worldwide raised $21 billion in the first quarter, the same as in Q1 2025, according to Venture Capital Journal.
Mercer Raises $3.8 Billion for Latest Private Markets Fund
Mercer, part of Marsh & McLennan Cos, has closed its Private Investment Partners VIII fund at over $3.8 billion, attracting diverse global investors for multi-asset private markets exposure.
Mercer Raises $3.8 Billion for Private Investment Partners VIII Fund
Mercer has secured over $3.8 billion for its latest private markets fund, attracting commitments from global institutional investors amid strong demand for diversified strategies.
Mercer Raises $3.8bn for Latest Private Markets Fund
Mercer, part of Marsh & McLennan Cos, has raised over $3.8 billion for its eighth private investment fund, attracting commitments from global institutional investors.
Stellex Closes $2.37 Billion Fund After Extended Fundraising
Mid-market buyout firm Stellex has finalized its largest fund at $2.37 billion, falling slightly short of its target after a fundraising process exceeding two years.
Private Equity Fundraising Reaches $152 Billion in Q1 2026
Private equity funds raised $152 billion in the first quarter of 2026, marking a 14% increase from the previous year, according to PEI Group data.
Venture Capital Journal Highlights GP-LP Disconnect in Fundraising Report
A new report from Venture Capital Journal shows the disconnect between general partners and limited partners was evident in the first quarter.
Venture Capital Journal Reports Disconnect Between GPs and LPs in Q1 2026
Venture Capital Journal's latest fundraising report highlights a disconnect between general partners and limited partners during the first quarter of 2026.
CEDARst Development Fund II, LLC Files Form D with SEC
CEDARst Development Fund II, LLC submitted a filing to the SEC on April 9, 2026, as recorded in SEC EDGAR documents.
CEDARst Development Fund II, LLC Files with SEC on April 9, 2026
CEDARst Development Fund II, LLC submitted a filing to the SEC on April 9, 2026, with accession number 0002125825-26-000002.
Long Angle Investments LLC Files for Chord 2025 SPV Exemption
Long Angle Investments LLC filed a document for its Chord 2025 SPV under Section 3(c)(7) of the Investment Company Act on April 9, 2026, according to SEC EDGAR.
Netley Capital Increases Deployable Capital to $825 Million
Netley Capital expands its tertiaries franchise by securing additional capital, reflecting growing investor demand in the secondary market.
Netley Capital Secures Additional Capital for Tertiaries Franchise
Netley Capital has increased its deployable capital to $825m from $315m since September 2025 launch, amid rising investor demand for secondary market solutions.
LPs Intensify Background Checks in Fundraisings
Limited partners are leaving no stone unturned in background checks, where minor discrepancies can derail commitments and delay fundraises, as reported by Venture Capital Journal.
LPs Intensify Background Checks on GPs Amid Due Diligence Scrutiny
Limited partners are conducting thorough background checks on general partners, where minor issues can disrupt fund commitments and timelines, as reported by Venture Capital Journal.
Former Blackstone Duo Closes Inaugural Fund at $400M
Isaac Harrouche and Mike Berlin of 154 Partners have closed their inaugural fund at $400 million, according to Buyouts Insider.
Cue Biopharma to Receive $7.5 Million Milestone Payment from Boehringer Ingelheim
Cue Biopharma announces a $7.5 million preclinical milestone payment from its collaboration with Boehringer Ingelheim for autoimmune disease treatments.
Blackstone Closes $10bn Opportunistic Credit Fund at Hard Cap
Blackstone has raised over $10bn for its fifth flagship opportunistic credit fund, reaching its hard cap amid strong demand for private credit strategies.
Blackstone Hits $10bn Hard Cap for Fifth Flagship Opportunistic Credit Fund
Blackstone has closed its Blackstone Capital Opportunities Fund V with more than $10bn in commitments, reaching its hard cap due to strong investor demand for private credit strategies.
Chicago Atlantic Launches Emerging-Market Private Credit Strategy
Chicago Atlantic is expanding into private credit in emerging markets, targeting high-quality borrowers amid shifting investor preferences.
Alliance Energy Fund 2026-A, LP Files SEC Document
Alliance Energy Fund 2026-A, LP submitted a filing to the SEC on April 7, 2026, as recorded in the EDGAR system.
Aphias Capital Targets $900M for Inaugural Fund Led by HIG Veteran
Rob Wolfson-founded Aphias Capital aims to raise $900 million for its first fund focused on control investments in healthcare and essential services sectors.
HIG Veteran-Led Aphias Capital Targets $900M for Inaugural Fund
Rob Wolfson-founded Aphias Capital seeks $900 million for its first fund, focusing on control investments in lower mid-market healthcare and essential services companies.
Bellus Ventures III LP Files Form D/A with SEC
Bellus Ventures III LP submitted a Form D/A filing to the SEC on April 7, 2026, as part of regulatory requirements for exempt offerings.
Northstar Venture Capital LLC Files Form D for Series 36
Northstar Venture Capital LLC filed a Form D on April 7, 2026, for Northstar VC Series 36, citing Section 3(c)(1) of the Investment Company Act.
KKR-Backed SmartHR Considers Tokyo IPO at $1bn Valuation
Japanese HR platform SmartHR, with investors including KKR, is exploring a Tokyo IPO later this year targeting a $1bn valuation, as per reports.
KKR-Backed SmartHR Explores Tokyo IPO
Japanese HR platform SmartHR, backed by KKR, General Atlantic, and Sequoia Capital, is considering a Tokyo IPO later this year targeting a $1 billion valuation.
Barings Caps Withdrawals from $4.9bn Private Credit Fund After Redemption Surge
Barings has limited redemptions from its $4.9bn Barings Private Credit Corp fund to 5% amid a spike to 11.3% in requests, reflecting broader trends in private credit.
