The Importance of Private Equity Secondaries in an Evergreen Private Equity Portfolio
Secondaries can provide greater diversification and more consistent returns, with better principal preservation
Private Equity Guest Articles
Private Equity Guest Articles
Contributed articles by experts from across the private equity industry
Retail Investors May Hold the Key to Private Markets' Next Wave of Growth
Cesar Estrada looks at how upcoming regulatory changes could reshape the investor profile for private markets and how asset managers can prepare for a potential torrent of capital from retail investors
The Rise of Tokenized Real Assets: Alpha in the Age of Digitized Ownership
The real opportunity lies in understanding how tokenized assets can enhance portfolio construction, improve risk adjusted returns, and provide access to previously illiquid markets
The Need for Speed: Private Equity Firms Must Be More Fleet of Foot if They Want To Snap Up the Best Interim Lawyers
The most important thing for PE firms to remember when making an interim legal hire is that the market is small – significantly smaller than the equivalent permanent hiring market
USD Strength and FX Hedging Considerations for Fund Managers
As global markets continue their attempts to adjust to the policies of President Trump’s second term, there is a resounding sentiment of uncertainty and volatility. However, one consistent market theme that appears to have staying power is the strength of the USD compared to other global currencies
Women in Alternative Investments: Progress and Challenges
Many alternative investment firms such as hedge funds, private credit and private equity firms now understand that fostering a diverse talent pool is not just the right thing to do but also makes good business sense
Southern USA the Next Hotspot for Private Equity
Southern states hold vast potential, and because the private equity sector has historically neglected the area, the opportunities are even greater
Consensus Emerging That 2025 Will Be a Better Year for Private Equity Dealmaking
We expect a busier year ahead than 2024 and hopefully a vintage year for private equity investment and financing in 2025
Trends in Secondaries Transactions and Continuation Funds
As market liquidity issues have slowed down fund exits, secondary transactions are experiencing unprecedented growth
Why Cybercriminals Love Private Equity-Backed Startups (and How To Stop Them)
Private equity-backed startups cannot afford to treat cyber security as an afterthought
AI and Smallsats Are Moulding Space Investment’s Future
Those of us who work in and around the space sector are under no illusions about what AI can achieve
Propelling Diversified Public-Private Strategies in the Era of Financial Convergence
Not only must firms gain control over their current operations with technology, but they must also be able to onboard new asset classes and strategies as they will inevitably emerge
Preserving Biodiversity: A Strategic Imperative for Data Centres and Private Equity
Neglecting biodiversity can lead to severe consequences, including environmental degradation and dwindling natural resources, which could impact private equity firms, communities, and the planet alike
Enhanced Cayman Islands Beneficial Ownership Regime Now in Force
Investment funds registered with the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) will need to determine whether they will elect to take the "alternative route to compliance" or whether they will establish and maintain a beneficial ownership register
Is Africa a Less Risky Destination than the West for Private Equity Investors?
Periods are coming when African assets will outperform strongly, and their diversifying benefits will become clear. When this happens, those with the foresight to understand and get comfortable with Africa’s risks will be rewarded
