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Private equity funds closing capital fell off a cliff in 2024 as LPs flocked...
The number of private equity funds holding a successful close has been slashed by two thirds since the high-watermark of 2022 - but capital raised remains strong, as LPs scramble to commit to fewer, larger vehicles with established track records.
National Grid VC arm unveils $100m AI energy startup fund programme
Energy company National Grid's corporate venture capital arm has revealed a commitment to invest $100m in AI startups which it believes are advancing the future of energy.
Banner Ridge sets sights on $3.2bn for sixth flagship secondaries fund – report
Multi-strategy private equity house Banner Ridge Partners is reportedly back in the market for its sixth flagship secondaries fund, with eyes on $3.2bn.
Deal Roundup: Blackstone said to eye sale of Reese Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine, Warburg and...
Blackstone is reportedly exploring options for an exit of Reese Witherspoon's entertainment company Hello Sunshine after four years in its portfolio.
ChrysCapital said to regain top spot for biggest India PE fundraises through new $2.1bn...
Indian private equity major ChrysCapital has reportedly hauled in $2.1bn for its latest flagship private equity fund - the biggest raise yet by a firm from the country.
Oversubscribed fundraise sees Capitala collect over $1bn for small business debt, equity deals
Small business debt and equity investor Capitala Group has raised more than $1bn for its oversubscribed latest fund and separately managed accounts.
Bessemer brings in $350m for second India fund amid ‘once-in-a-generation opportunity’
Early stage investment giant Bessemer Venture Partners has raised $350m for its second India-focused investment fund, saying the country's startup ecosystem "presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity"
Deal Roundup: Buyout majors said to mull bids for €900m Namirial, Golden Gate completes...
Bain Capital, Hg and TA Associates are reportedly preparing non-binding offers for Italian software developer Namirial, which could be valued at €900m.
Fusion Fund celebrates a decade of investing with $190m Fund IV close
Early-stage tech and AI investor Fusion Fund has marked a decade of operation with the rapid $190m final close of its fourth flagship fund.
Equator eyes sub-Saharan Africa climate tech deals with $55m debut fund close
Sub-Saharan Africa-focused climate tech investor Equator has raised $55m for the final close of its debut fund.
