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MPs call for inquiry into how RedBird Capital is funding £500m Telegraph deal
A group of parliamentarians has requested an investigation into the financial sources behind a significant acquisition of a major media outlet, citing concerns over possible foreig...
Read Full Article →Bargain Britain: UK firms under siege by foreign takeovers
Recent acquisitions by international investors and private equity groups have significantly impacted UK financial markets, reflecting increased foreign influence over domestic comp...
Read Full Article →Apollo delays hiring junior bankers after pressure from Dimon
Apollo's decision to postpone recruiting entry-level bankers highlights the impact of external scrutiny on staffing strategies within private equity firms, reflecting cautious adju...
Read Full Article →Profit almost wiped out at Asda billionaire’s empire ahead of mega IPO
EG Group, co-founded by the Issa brothers and partly owned by TDR Capital, experienced a significant decline in earnings just before its anticipated $13 billion stock market debut...
Read Full Article →Private equity giant KKR returns with final bid for Assura
The £1.7 billion all-cash acquisition of Assura by investment firms KKR and Stonepeak highlights a significant transfer of ownership away from public markets, impacting the London...
Read Full Article →Dutch investor Haerlem Capital tries to gatecrash sale of FX firm Argentex
A Dutch private equity firm is attempting to intervene in the urgent divestment of a London-based currency management company amid economic challenges linked to international trade...
Read Full Article →Hedge funds circle distressed French private equity-owned companies
Economic challenges, elevated liabilities, and recent regulatory adjustments have increased the appeal of certain French private equity-backed firms as investment opportunities for...
Read Full Article →Private equity firms overhaul exit strategies as IPO market slams shut
Private equity firms are adjusting their approaches by focusing more on asset sales and follow-on fundraising due to reduced opportunities for public offerings amid ongoing trade t...
Read Full Article →UK makes new concessions to private equity on tax crackdown
The government has introduced adjustments to the tax rules affecting carried interest, potentially easing the financial obligations faced by private equity firms under the revised...
Read Full Article →JPMorgan says it will fire analysts who accept future-dated job offers elsewhere
JPMorgan's warning to terminate analysts who commit to future roles at other firms highlights the bank's efforts to retain junior employees amid increasing competition from private...
Read Full Article →A race against time: what now for Thames Water after rescue deal collapses?
The withdrawal of a major investment proposal has intensified financial uncertainty for the utility, prompting extensive creditor negotiations and increasing the likelihood of temp...
Read Full Article →WH Smith nears sale of high street chain as revenue rises
The agreement to transfer its retail segment for £76 million is expected to impact WH Smith’s overall financial position positively as the company continues to report increasing in...
Read Full Article →Private equity: Are the doors to the most exclusive club in town finally opening?
Private equity has generated substantial returns over the past 25 years, attracting trillions of dollars and increasingly allowing broader access beyond its traditionally limited g...
Read Full Article →Thames Water mess could soon swamp ministers – and taxpayers
The withdrawal of a major private equity firm from a £4 billion investment in Thames Water highlights increasing financial risks and potential burdens for government and public fun...
Read Full Article →Hapless Thames Water is finally drinking in the last chance saloon
The withdrawal of a major private equity firm from a multi-billion-pound takeover bid raises concerns about the future financial stability and investor confidence in Thames Water.
Read Full Article →Thames Water preferred bidder KKR pulls out of rescue deal
The withdrawal of a major investment partner from Thames Water’s proposed recapitalization raises concerns about the company’s financial stability and may prompt government interve...
Read Full Article →KKR drops out of Thames Water rescue deal
The withdrawal of the American investment company from the funding arrangement raises concerns about the economic stability and long-term viability of the United Kingdom's biggest...
Read Full Article →Thames Water: What next after KKR walks?
The unexpected withdrawal of a major investment firm has left the country’s biggest water provider facing increased financial uncertainty and the possibility of entering insolvency...
Read Full Article →Environment secretary says Thames Water has ‘a number’ of options
The potential involvement of multiple investors in Thames Water highlights the company’s ongoing efforts to secure financial support following the withdrawal of a major private equ...
Read Full Article →Thames Water survival hopes suffer fresh blow
The withdrawal of the leading private equity firm from the potential rescue deal has increased uncertainty about Thames Water’s financial stability and its ability to secure necess...
Read Full Article →Blow to Thames Water as KKR pulls out of equity raise
Thames Water’s efforts to secure funding and stabilize its financial position faced a setback when a major potential investor decided not to participate in the planned capital incr...
Read Full Article →How Blackstone and its biggest rivals are drifting apart
Blackstone’s continued reliance on traditional fee structures contrasts with competitors like Apollo and KKR, who are adopting insurance-backed strategies, potentially reshaping re...
Read Full Article →Buyout firm EQT revs up £500m bid for World Rally promoter
EQT Partners is preparing a substantial investment proposal aimed at acquiring the company behind the World Rally Championship, reflecting significant valuation interest in the spo...
Read Full Article →Is Asda’s ambitious turnaround starting to bear fruit?
Recent operational improvements and strategic adjustments have begun to influence Asda’s revenue streams and market position, indicating potential progress in stabilizing its finan...
Read Full Article →Hargreaves Lansdown chief Olley to leave
The departure of Hargreaves Lansdown’s chief executive comes after the company was acquired in a £5.4 billion private equity deal, marking a significant change in ownership and lea...
Read Full Article →AIM to shed billions as market projected to shrink by a fifth
The alternative investment market is expected to experience a substantial decline in value due to numerous companies planning to leave, resulting in a significantly reduced overall...
Read Full Article →Shark Tank star Mark Cuban joins $750m private equity sports fund
Mark Cuban’s involvement in a $750 million private equity fund targeting minority investments in major American sports leagues highlights growing investor interest in the expanding...
Read Full Article →Wall Street vs private equity: can anyone stop the grad recruitment creep?
The competition between financial institutions and private equity firms for new graduates significantly impacts hiring costs, employee expectations, and overall talent availability...
Read Full Article →Telegraph bought by US private equity giant
The acquisition by an American investment group could stabilize The Daily Telegraph’s future operations and potentially alter its financial strategy after a prolonged period of own...
Read Full Article →Consortium led by RedBird Capital agrees to buy Telegraph for £500m
The acquisition of the Telegraph for £500 million by a group led by RedBird Capital marks a significant investment, resolving prolonged uncertainty about the publication's ownershi...
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