Private Equity

Asset Classes

ESG scrutiny hits private markets

Listed assets aren’t the only investments under more scrutiny. As funds strive for sustainability, they are now applying that rigour even to notoriously opaque classes such as private equity.

Amanda WhiteJanuary 9, 2018

Asset Allocation

Alaska Permanent braces for cash call

Alaska’s APFC faces an uncertain future as state lawmakers consider tapping into it to address budget shortfalls. The potential cash call makes fund CEO Angela Rodell’s job that much tougher.

Sarah RundellNovember 14, 2017

FIS MIT 2017

Asset owners rethink private equity

As structural shifts in the asset class have reduced persistence and returns, even long-time players have had to re-think strategy. So how have they adapted?

Amanda WhiteNovember 10, 2017

FIS MIT 2017

Private equity persistence slips

Private equity is undergoing a structural change – with persistence and performance waning – but co-investment may not be the panacea, MIT’s Antoinette Schoar discovers.

Amanda WhiteNovember 9, 2017

Uncategorised posts

Carlyle MD says cycle isn’t done

Carlyle’s Jason Thomas says private-equity investors miss out when they try to call the top of the cycle. He thinks Trump’s impact has been overblown and that the current cycle isn’t done yet.

Amanda WhiteAugust 30, 2017

Asset Allocation

OTPP’s private equity revolution

A deep dive into the world-class private capital division of OTPP, led by Jane Rowe, reveals a strategy of buying large direct stakes in companies, and a commitment to innovation.

Sarah RundellAugust 3, 2017

Asset Classes

ESG scrutiny hits private markets

Asset Allocation

Alaska Permanent braces for cash call

FIS MIT 2017

Asset owners rethink private equity

FIS MIT 2017

Private equity persistence slips

Uncategorised posts

Carlyle MD says cycle isn’t done

Asset Allocation

OTPP’s private equity revolution

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