Private Equity
406 stories covering private equity — fund closes, LP allocations, regulatory filings, deal flow, and fundraising signals from PipelineRoad's editorial team.
Blue Owl Capital Raises $2.9 Billion for Asset Special Opportunities Fund IX
Blue Owl Capital has completed the final close of its Asset Special Opportunities Fund IX, raising $2.9 billion and surpassing its $2.5 billion target, according to Private Equity Wire.
PE-Owned Companies Borrowed $94bn in 2025 for Payouts
US private equity-backed firms raised $94 billion in loans and bonds last year to fund sponsor payouts, amid growing recapitalisation trends, according to a report.
Congress Inquires into Private Credit Operations of Firms Like Blackstone and Ares
Democratic members of the House Financial Services Committee have sent inquiries to major private credit managers including Blackstone, Ares, and KKR about their fund operations.
Blackstone Explores $500M IPO for AGS Health in India
Blackstone is in early talks for a potential IPO of AGS Health in Mumbai, aiming to raise up to $500 million, according to a report.
Christen Paras Advances at MiddleGround Capital in Women in PE Spotlight
Christen Paras takes on leadership roles at MiddleGround Capital and sponsors initiatives for female empowerment, as featured in a 2026 article.
Christen Paras Leads Teams at MiddleGround Capital and Sponsors Women's Initiatives
Christen Paras at MiddleGround Capital has taken on leadership roles and supports female empowerment through the firm's Women’s Wing, as detailed in a Buyouts Insider article.
Christen Paras Leads Teams at MiddleGround Capital in Women in PE
Christen Paras advances at MiddleGround Capital and sponsors the firm's Women’s Wing for female empowerment, as detailed in a Buyouts Insider article.
Buyouts Insider Releases April 2026 Issue on Women in Private Equity and PE Trends
The April 2026 issue of Buyouts profiles 10 women in private equity, highlights from PEI’s third annual NEXUS conference, and discusses challenges in PE exits.
Buyouts Magazine Releases April 2026 Issue on Women in Private Equity
The April 2026 issue of Buyouts profiles 10 women in private equity and covers PEI’s third annual NEXUS conference and challenges in PE exits.
Brentwood Associates Private Equity VII Files for Investment Company Act Exemptions
Brentwood Associates Private Equity VII, L.P. submitted a SEC filing on March 31, 2026, claiming exemptions under Sections 3(c)(1) and 3(c)(7) of the Investment Company Act.
Brentwood Associates Private Equity VII, L.P. Files SEC Document on Investment Company Act
Brentwood Associates Private Equity VII, L.P. filed a SEC document on March 31, 2026, citing exemptions under Investment Company Act Section 3(c).
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.
17Capital Closes $7.5bn Credit Fund 2, Sets NAV Loan Record
17Capital has finalized Credit Fund 2 at $7.5bn, the largest NAV loan fundraise to date, boosting its total capital raised since 2008 to over $24bn.
Citco Relocates Luxembourg Office for Private Markets Growth
The Citco Group announces the relocation of its Luxembourg office to support expansion in private markets, as detailed in recent industry news.
Citco Relocates Luxembourg Office to Bolster Private Markets Growth
Citco announces relocation of its Luxembourg office to support expansion in private markets, effective April 2026, amid its role as a leading asset servicer.
Citco Relocates Luxembourg Office to Support Private Markets Growth
The Citco Group announces the relocation of its Luxembourg office to reinforce its presence in a key alternative asset hub, according to Private Equity Wire.
Altor and SMS Consider Sale of Kaefer Stake at Over €2bn Valuation
Altor Equity Partners and SMS Group explore selling their stake in German industrial services firm Kaefer, potentially valuing it above €2bn.
Altor and SMS Explore Sale of Kaefer Stake at Over €2bn Valuation
Altor Equity Partners and SMS Group are considering selling their 50% stake in German industrial services firm Kaefer, potentially valuing it above €2 billion.
Patria Private Equity Trust Appoints Duncan Budge as New Chair
Patria Private Equity Trust PLC names Duncan Budge as its new chair, replacing Alan Devine after the annual general meeting.
Patria Private Equity Trust Appoints New Chair
Patria Private Equity Trust PLC has named Duncan Budge as its new chair, replacing Alan Devine after the annual general meeting.
Oaktree Credit Fund Meets Full 8.5% Redemption Requests
Oaktree Capital Management fulfilled 100% of redemption requests for its Oaktree Strategic Credit Fund in the first quarter, repurchasing 6.8% of shares amid rising liquidity pressures in private cred
ASIC Increases Oversight of Australian Private Credit with Weekly Data Requests
Australia's securities regulator is requiring weekly data submissions from private credit managers amid global scrutiny of the $1.8tn sector, according to a report.
Majority of BDCs Trading Below NAV Amid Private Credit Pressures
A majority of listed business development companies are trading at discounts to their net asset values due to liquidity risks and market concerns, based on recent data.
Most BDCs Trading Below NAV Amid Private Credit and Liquidity Concerns
A majority of listed business development companies are trading at discounts to their net asset values due to investor concerns over liquidity and private credit markets.
Independent Sponsors in PE Seek Higher Returns Than Traditional Funds
Research from Headway Capital Partners shows independent sponsors pursue higher returns via deal selectivity and lower valuation multiples.
Independent Sponsors Seek Higher Returns in PE, Per Research
Research from Headway Capital Partners shows independent sponsors pursue higher returns than traditional funds via deal selectivity and lower multiples.
Advent Plans Investment in Atwell Engineering Firm
Private equity firm Advent is set to invest in engineering and consulting company Atwell, with the deal expected to close in Q2 2026.
Advent to Invest in Atwell Engineering and Consulting Firm
Advent is investing in engineering and consulting firm Atwell, with the transaction expected to close in the second quarter of 2026.
Advent to Invest in Engineering and Consulting Firm Atwell
Advent is set to invest in Atwell, an engineering and consulting firm, with the transaction expected to close in the second quarter of 2026.
KKR Broadens Japan Footprint Amid Reforms and Commodity Risks
KKR is expanding its investments in Japan across private equity, credit, insurance, and real estate, driven by corporate governance reforms and inflation, as per a report citing the firm's chief inves
BNP Paribas Expands in Japan's Private Equity Lending Market
BNP Paribas is emerging as a key player in Japan's buyout financing, amid growing European bank involvement, according to a report.
BNP Paribas strengthens presence in Japan’s private equity lending market
France’s BNP Paribas is emerging as a leading player in Japan’s buyout financing, amid increased European bank activity, according to a report.
Private Equity Drawn to Women's Health Over $1 Trillion Gap
Kearney's Paula Bellostas Muguerza discusses a $1 trillion gap attracting PE to women's health, with firms like Astorg, Cinven, and Nordic targeting pathology assets, including a $1.1 billion sale.
Private Equity Targets Women's Health Amid $1 Trillion Gap
Kearney's Paula Bellostas Muguerza highlights a $1 trillion gap attracting PE to women's health, with Astorg, Cinven, and Nordic targeting pathology assets and a $1.1 billion sale of EyeSouth Partners
Advent Sells Olaplex to Henkel for $1.4 Billion
Private equity firm Advent is exiting its investment in hair care brand Olaplex through a $1.4 billion sale to Henkel, according to PE Hub.
CVC Proposes €10.9bn Takeover for Recordati
CVC Capital Partners has submitted a non-binding offer to take Recordati private in a €10.9bn deal, according to reports.
CVC Proposes €10.9bn Takeover of Recordati to Take It Private
CVC Capital Partners has submitted a non-binding offer to acquire Recordati for €10.9bn, valuing it at a preliminary €52 per share, according to a report.
Blackstone Invests $250m in UAE-Based Tech Platform
Blackstone has deployed $250m in Advanced Digital Gaming Technology, a UAE payments and data intelligence platform, amid regional geopolitical tensions.
Blackstone Invests $250m in UAE Tech Platform
Blackstone deploys $250 million in a UAE-based payments and data intelligence platform, marking the first PE-backed inbound deal in the Gulf since the Iran conflict.
TDR Capital and I Squared Capital Appoint Banks for Potential $15bn Aggreko IPO
TDR Capital and I Squared Capital have selected banks to advise on a possible $15bn US IPO of Aggreko, potentially in the second half of 2026, according to a report by Private Equity Wire.
Private Credit Bonds Showed Strain Before Redemption Wave, per Hedge Fund Analysis
Fourier Asset Management's analysis highlights pressure on bonds from semi-liquid private credit funds in the $2tn sector ahead of recent investor redemptions.
3i Group Shares Fall 15% as Action Reports Weaker Trading
3i Group's shares dropped 15% in London trading after its largest portfolio company, Action, posted softer-than-expected sales growth in early 2026.
3i Group Shares Fall After Action's Trading Misses Expectations
Shares in 3i Group dropped sharply on Thursday due to softer-than-expected trading from its largest portfolio company, Action, early in 2026.
US Army selects Carlyle and KKR for $2bn AI data centres
The US Army has chosen Carlyle Group and KKR to develop two AI-focused data centres valued at roughly $2bn each in Texas and Utah, according to a report.
Permira Explores Distressed Software Loans Amid AI Market Fears
Permira, a €85bn global private equity firm, targets software loans affected by AI disruption, as reported by Private Equity Wire.
Permira Explores Distressed Software Loans Amid AI Volatility
Permira, a global private equity firm, is targeting software loans affected by AI fears, according to a report by Private Equity Wire.
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.
Argonaut Private Equity Fund VI-A, LP Files SEC Form D
Argonaut Private Equity Fund VI-A, LP filed a Form D with the SEC on March 26, 2026, citing exemptions under the Investment Company Act.
Argonaut Private Equity Fund VI, LP Files SEC Form D
Argonaut Private Equity Fund VI, LP filed a Form D with the SEC on March 26, 2026, citing Section 3(c)(7) of the Investment Company Act.
