Tag #Private Equity

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Bain Capital Bids for Chemring in Latest UK Takeover Attempt

Bain Capital has made a bid to acquire Chemring, a FTSE 250 defense company, for approximately 390p per share, reflecting a broader trend of increased buyout activity targeting undervalued London-listed companies.

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Waste-to-Value: The Next Big Thing for Private Equity

Private equity and infrastructure investors are increasingly interested in "waste-to-value" projects due to the massive global waste problem, projected to cost USD 640.3 billion annually by 2050 if unaddressed, presenting a USD 300 billion+ annual opportunity by 2050; however, challenges remain due ...

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Responsible Consumption and Production
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UK Build-to-Rent Sector Dominated by Corporate Landlords, Excluding Families

A UK thinktank report reveals that the rapidly growing build-to-rent (BTR) sector, constructing nearly one in five new homes, is dominated by corporate landlords prioritizing couples and singles, raising concerns about the Labour government's reliance on this model to address the housing crisis.

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\$1 Billion Fund to Boost Philippine Agriculture and Renewables

Charoen Pokphand Group and the Philippine sovereign wealth fund Maharlika Investment Corp. will create a \$1 billion private equity fund targeting agriculture, digital innovation, and renewable energy in the Philippines within six to nine months, attracting local and foreign investors.

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€4 Billion Investment Sought for Masorange-Vodafone Fiber Joint Venture

Masorange and Vodafone's joint venture, Europe's largest fiber optic company covering 12.2 million homes, is seeking a €4 billion investment from one of fifteen competing global infrastructure funds, aiming to reduce debt and potentially pay an extraordinary dividend.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
theglobeandmail.com
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KKR Raises Fuji Soft Bid in Heated Takeover Battle

KKR increased its bid for Fuji Soft to 9,850 yen per share, surpassing Bain Capital's offer in a competitive takeover battle highlighting increased global investment in Japan.

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US Housing Shortage: A Crisis of Supply and Credit

A shortage of 3.7 to 4.5 million housing units in the US is driving up prices and limiting affordability for millennials entering their peak home-buying years; the crisis stems from the 2008 mortgage market collapse, speculative investment, and government policies.

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Misunderstanding Carried Interest: Tax Implications and Economic Impact

Carried interest, a share of investment profits for high-risk ventures, is frequently misunderstood as guaranteed income; proposals to tax it as regular income could stifle economic progress by discouraging crucial investments in both distressed and thriving businesses.

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CVC Exits Ethniki Asfalistiki, Realizing Near 100% Return

CVC Capital Partners is nearly completely divesting from Ethniki Asfalistiki, selling 70% to Piraeus Bank for €469 million, resulting in a near 100% return on investment due to contractual clauses and the increased valuation of €670 million.

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SVC's $1 Billion Investment Drives Saudi Arabia's VC Leadership in MENA

The Saudi Venture Capital Co. (SVC) invested $1 billion since 2018, boosting Saudi Arabia to the top spot in MENA VC investments in 2024 with $750 million (40% of the regional total) and 178 deals, a 16% increase, while supporting Saudi Vision 2030's economic diversification.

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Asia's IPO Market Slumps, But India Leads the Way

Asia's 2024 IPO market experienced a significant decline (35% in deals, 51% in proceeds), yet India saw a record 327 listings, while high interest rates and elections impacted mature markets; private equity is projected to raise \$30 billion, offering a contrast to the public market's struggles.

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SLC Management Targets 20% Profit Growth Through Integrated Asset Management Strategy

SLC Management, Sun Life Financial's asset management arm, plans a 20 percent profit increase over the next 3-5 years by integrating its $2-billion acquisition portfolio of alternative asset managers (including BentallGreenOak and Crescent Capital) and expanding into retail markets.

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