M And A
27 stories covering m and a — fund closes, LP allocations, regulatory filings, deal flow, and fundraising signals from PipelineRoad's editorial team.
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.
Leonard Green Nears $3bn Acquisition of Cumming Group
Leonard Green & Partners is close to acquiring Cumming Group from New Mountain Capital in a deal valued at about $3bn including debt, according to a report.
Percheron Capital Closes Fund III at $3.1 Billion Hard Cap
Percheron Capital has closed its third fund with $3.1 billion in commitments, drawing strong support from existing and new global investors.
Gilead Acquires Tubulis for $3.15 Billion to Enhance Drug Pipeline
Gilead Sciences announces a $3.15 billion acquisition of Tubulis, a cancer biotech firm, to expand its oncology and other therapeutic capabilities.
Gilead Acquires Tubulis for $3.15 Billion to Enhance Pipeline
Gilead Sciences announced a $3.15 billion acquisition of Tubulis, a cancer biotech with ADC technologies, to expand beyond oncology.
Democratisation and Secondaries Pressure Private Equity Infrastructure
Private equity exits and dealmaking lag M&A activity, straining secondaries amid democratisation and AI adoption, according to Private Equity Wire.
Private Equity Secondaries Face Infrastructure Pressure Amid Lagging Deals
Private equity exits and dealmaking lag wider M&A activity, increasing pressure on secondary market infrastructure as democratisation expands investor access.
Argand Partners Promotes Gerald Lizzo to Vice President
Middle-market private equity firm Argand Partners has elevated Gerald Lizzo to Vice President after his prior roles within the firm.
HCI Equity Partners Rebrands as Oridian Capital Partners
Lower middle-market private equity firm HCI Equity Partners is rebranding as Oridian Capital Partners, reflecting a prior leadership transition and strategic evolution.
Private Equity Exits Decline in Early 2026 Due to AI Volatility and Geopolitical Tensions
Private equity firms reduced asset sales by 36% in Q1 2026 amid AI-driven market volatility and conflicts involving Iran, according to a report.
Jolt Capital Appoints Dr. Tara Akhavan as Value Creation Partner
European private equity firm Jolt Capital names Dr. Tara Akhavan to its value creation team, effective 1 May 2026, to boost portfolio performance.
Jolt Capital Names Dr. Tara Akhavan as Value Creation Partner
European private equity firm Jolt Capital has appointed Dr. Tara Akhavan to its value creation team, effective May 1, 2026, to boost portfolio performance.
TK Elevator Maintains IPO Option Amid Kone Acquisition Talks
German elevator company TK Elevator, owned by Advent International and Cinven, confirms an IPO remains possible even as Kone discusses a potential acquisition.
Arizona Pension Bets on Improved M&A Amid Cautious PE Optimism
Arizona's pension fund is positioning for private equity opportunities by focusing on an improved M&A environment and value in a bifurcated market, as reported by Buyouts Insider.
Arizona Pension Bets on Improved PE Market Amid Cautious Optimism
Arizona's pension system is positioning for growth in private equity, anticipating better M&A conditions in a bifurcated market, as reported by Buyouts Insider.
Bank of America Launches Private Capital M&A Group for PE Exits
Bank of America has established a new Private Capital M&A Group to address demand for flexible exit options in private equity, as reported by Private Equity Wire.
OpenAI's 2026 Acquisitions Approach 2025 Levels
OpenAI has made six acquisitions in 2026, nearly matching the eight it completed in 2025, as it expands in AI through M&A.
Hybrid Advisors and Faithstone Capital Announce $3 Billion Fund of Funds Joint Venture
Hybrid Advisors and Faithstone Capital Partners have formed a 50/50 joint venture to scale a $3 billion fund of funds platform, according to a PR Newswire announcement.
Hybrid Advisors and Faithstone Capital Partners Form $3 Billion Fund of Funds Joint Venture
Hybrid Advisors and Faithstone Capital Partners have announced a joint venture to build a $3 billion Fund of Funds platform, signed on March 7, 2026.
Freshstream Promotes Two to Partner and Expands Team
Freshstream Investment Partners promotes Tom Carroll and Gilles Gradassi to Partner and hires three new staff members to bolster its operations in Europe.
Honigman Expands Chicago Private Equity Team with New Partners
Law firm Honigman has appointed two new partners to its Chicago private equity practice, according to a report by Private Equity Wire.
Honigman Expands Chicago Private Equity Team with Two New Partners
Law firm Honigman has added two partners to its Chicago private equity practice, according to a report by Private Equity Wire.
PwC Leader Discusses 2026 IPO Market and Potential Listings
Mike Bellin from PwC shares insights on the slow 2026 IPO market and factors like timing and investor expectations in an interview with Crunchbase News.
August Equity Appoints Two New Associates
UK private equity firm August Equity has hired Jess Webster and Leo Holdsworth as investment associates to strengthen its team.
August Equity Appoints Two New Investment Associates
UK private equity firm August Equity has hired Jess Webster and Leo Holdsworth as investment associates to support its operations.
Morgan Stanley Limits Redemptions in Private Credit Fund
Morgan Stanley restricted withdrawals from its North Haven Private Income Fund after investors requested nearly 11% of shares, as reported by Private Equity Wire.
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.
