Distributions
9 stories covering distributions — fund closes, LP allocations, regulatory filings, deal flow, and fundraising signals from PipelineRoad's editorial team.
StepStone's Matt Roche on DPI as IRR in LP Sales
Matthew Roche of StepStone Group discusses how structures in LP sales help address slow exits in private equity amid tough market conditions.
StepStone's Matt Roche on DPI as IRR in Private Equity Challenges
Matthew Roche of StepStone Group states that tough conditions in private equity have led to DPI being equivalent to IRR today.
Private Equity Distribution Pressures Create Market Division in 2026
New dynamics around DPI performance are splitting the private equity market as GPs face mounting pressure from LPs seeking distributions.
PE Fundraising Splits Between Cash Returners and Distribution Laggards
Private equity fundraising increasingly divided between GPs with strong DPI track records and those still holding unrealized gains.
HGGC Fund V Oversubscribes on Strong Distribution Track Record
Middle market buyout firm HGGC closes oversubscribed Fund V, highlighting how consistent distributions drive LP demand in liquidity-constrained market.
DPI Overtakes IRR as Primary LP Selection Metric for Fund I and II Raises
Distribution-to-paid-in ratios now drive limited partner allocation decisions as cash returns become scarce in 2024-2026 fundraising cycles.
Cambridge Associates Partner Details LP Behavior During Distribution Drought
Tom Mitchell reveals how institutional investors are navigating slow distributions and rapid market changes in today's fundraising environment.
William Blair Warns LPs Prioritizing Liquidity Over Distribution Promises
Private equity secondaries specialist Jake Stuiver says institutional investors are moving to secondaries markets rather than waiting for GP distributions.
Apollo Targets New LPs for Fund XI After Missing $25B Target on Previous Flagship
Apollo Global Management launches fundraising for its 11th flagship buyout fund, emphasizing distribution metrics following shortfall on Fund X.
