Private Equity

Ardian: Co-CEO Mark Benedetti Outlines ‘New Shape Of Value’ At First AGM

By Amit Chowdhry ● May 31, 2026

Ardian announced that the appointment of Mark Benedetti as Co-CEO, alongside a series of senior executive appointments, became effective following the firm's recent Annual General Meeting.

CVC Capital Partners Exits Naturgy Stake Through Share Placement

By Amit Chowdhry ● May 31, 2026

Goldman Sachs Bank Europe SE announced the launch of an accelerated bookbuilt offering on behalf of Rioja Acquisition S.à r.l., an investment vehicle associated with CVC Capital Partners, for the sale of 107.47 million shares in Naturgy Energy Group. The stake represents approximately 11.08% of Naturgy's outstanding share capital and marks a significant step in CVC's exit from the Spanish energy company.

CPP Investments Sells C$4 Billion Portfolio of Private Equity Fund Interests To Blackstone Strategic Partners And Ardian

By Amit Chowdhry ● May 31, 2026

Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP Investments) announced that it has completed the sale of a diversified portfolio of 33 limited partnership fund interests to Blackstone Strategic Partners and Ardian, two major global private markets investors.

Comscore Movies: Advaya Capital’s Acquisition Launches New Era For Box Office Intelligence

By Amit Chowdhry ● May 30, 2026

Advaya Capital announced the completion of its acquisition of Comscore Movies from Comscore, marking a significant transition for one of the theatrical industry's most important data platforms. As part of the transaction, the business will return to its historic Rentrak brand, the name under which it originally established itself as the global standard for theatrical box office intelligence.

Bain Capital And 11North Partners: $300 Million Acquisition Of Five Open-Air Retail Centers

By Amit Chowdhry ● May 30, 2026

Bain Capital and 11North Partners announced the acquisition of five open-air retail centers across California, Virginia, Florida, and Texas for approximately $300 million. The transactions were completed through the exclusive joint venture between Bain Capital Real Estate and 11North, which focuses on investing in high-quality open-air retail centers throughout the United States and Canada across core-plus and value-add strategies.

Apogee Therapeutics: $1.3 Billion Blackstone Financing To Advance Zumilokibart Phase 3 Development

By Amit Chowdhry ● May 28, 2026

Apogee Therapeutics announced a strategic financing collaboration with Blackstone Life Sciences worth up to $1.3 billion to support the Phase 3 development and potential commercialization of zumilokibart, the company’s lead treatment candidate for moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis and other inflammatory and immunology indications.

Rightsline: $500 Million Strategic Growth Investment From Hg

By Amit Chowdhry ● May 28, 2026

Rightsline announced a $500 million strategic growth investment from Hg to accelerate the company’s AI innovation initiatives and international expansion efforts.

Periscope Equity: Strategic Investment Made In Amusement Connect

By Amit Chowdhry ● May 28, 2026

Periscope Equity announced a strategic investment in Amusement Connect, a Kansas City-based specialty payments platform focused on the amusement industry. The deal marks the first platform investment from Periscope Equity’s third fund, which closed last year.

South Street Partners: Solé Miami Acquisition Expands South Florida Hospitality Portfolio

By Amit Chowdhry ● May 28, 2026

South Street Partners, a private equity real estate investment and development firm headquartered in Charlotte and Charleston, announced the acquisition of Solé Miami, an oceanfront boutique resort located in Sunny Isles Beach. The acquisition expands South Street’s hospitality footprint in South Florida and strengthens its presence in high-growth coastal resort markets.

Carlyle: Dedicated Middle-Market Platform Launched For Aerospace, Defense, Government, And Industrials

By Amit Chowdhry ● May 28, 2026

Carlyle announced the expansion of its Aerospace, Defense & Government and Industrial investment capabilities through a dedicated middle-market platform focused on opportunities across the United States and Europe.

Goldenpeak Acquires Ampere Analysis And Backs PlumResearch Expansion

By Amit Chowdhry ● May 27, 2026

Goldenpeak announced a majority investment in Ampere Analysis, a data and analytics company focused on the media, games, and sports industries. The investment is intended to support Ampere Analysis’ growth initiatives, including the simultaneous acquisition of PlumResearch, an entertainment industry data company specializing in audience insights.

Arsenal Capital Partners: Majority Stake Acquired In Velcro Companies

By Amit Chowdhry ● May 27, 2026

Arsenal Capital Partners, a private equity firm focused on industrial growth and healthcare companies, announced it has agreed to acquire a majority stake in Velcro Companies from the Cripps Foundation. Following the completion of the transaction, Arsenal will become the majority owner of Velcro, while the Cripps Foundation will retain a significant minority stake. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026, pending customary regulatory approvals.

Bascom Arizona Ventures: $45.5 Million Acquisition Of Tucson Multifamily Property Domain 3201

By Amit Chowdhry ● May 27, 2026

Bascom Arizona Ventures (BAZV), a subsidiary of private equity firm The Bascom Group, LLC, announced it has acquired Domain 3201, a 289-unit multifamily property in Tucson, Arizona, for $45.5 million, representing approximately $157,439 per unit.

Trinity Capital Acquires Equipment Leasing Services

By Amit Chowdhry ● May 27, 2026

Trinity Capital announced that it has acquired Equipment Leasing Services (ELS), a provider of flexible equipment finance solutions serving businesses across the Southwest in industries including manufacturing, transportation, construction, and aerospace.

Ares Capital Announces Expanded Revolving Credit Facilities Extended To 2031 With Lower Borrowing Costs

By Amit Chowdhry ● May 26, 2026

Ares Capital Corporation and Ares Strategic Income Fund announced renewals, commitment increases, and enhanced terms for their respective bank-led revolving credit facilities, including extended maturities through May 2031 and reduced funded borrowing costs.

Bodycote: $2.04 Billion Apollo Buyout Proposal Confirmed

By Amit Chowdhry ● May 26, 2026

Bodycote confirmed that it received a conditional takeover proposal from private equity giant Apollo Global Management valuing the UK-based thermal processing company at approximately £1.52 billion, or about $2.04 billion. The proposal represents one of the latest major private equity approaches targeting British industrial companies as international investors continue seeking opportunities in the UK market.

HarbourView Equity Partners: Investment In Stefflon Don’s Music Catalog

By Amit Chowdhry ● May 24, 2026

HarbourView Equity Partners announced a new investment in the catalog of global recording artist Stefflon Don, expanding the firm’s music portfolio focused on culturally influential artists across hip-hop, dancehall, and global music markets.

GAF Partners: Acquisition Of Hydrex Pest Control Expands Presence In Southern California Pest Management

By Amit Chowdhry ● May 23, 2026

GAF Partners announced the acquisition of Hydrex Pest Control Co. of San Diego & Imperial Counties, one of the longest-operating pest and termite control providers in Southern California. Founded in 1921, Hydrex has served residential and commercial customers across San Diego and Imperial Counties for more than a century.

Partners Group: New Total Return Strategy Targets Mid-Teens Returns And 5-8% Dividend Yield

By Amit Chowdhry ● May 22, 2026

Partners Group announced the launch of its new Total Return Strategy, a control private equity strategy focused on lower leverage, income-generating investments designed to deliver both recurring income and long-term equity appreciation.

H.I.G. Capital: Private Wealth Team Expanded With Three Appointments

By Amit Chowdhry ● May 22, 2026

H.I.G. Capital announced the expansion of its Capital Formation Group with the appointments of Brian Dutzar, Adam Whitman, and Steven Stack as the firm continues to grow its private wealth management capabilities.