Andy Thomson
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A PEI survey of alternative assets professionals indicates less interest in UK funds and a negative effect on almost half of businesses.
According to new research, direct lending ranks ahead of mezzanine and distressed strategies in terms of prospects over the next two years.
The French marketplace lender’s fund is the first of its type in Europe dedicated to SMEs.
Almost $19bn was raised for such vehicles in the first half of 2016, with a $5.9bn Lone Star fund leading the way.
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Following a sluggish first quarter, private debt fundraisers enjoyed a far more fruitful period from April to the end of June.
The Los Angeles-based firm is approaching the $3bn final target for its seventh mezzanine fund according to sources.
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The Singaporean investor and Peugeot family office have joined the French firm’s roster of institutional backers.
With the banks shedding assets, the likes of Park Square Capital are stepping up as long-term debt holders. Andy Thomson meets Robin Doumar to find out how the firm will put its new €1.2bn fund to work.
ATESTEO, a German company serving car manufacturers, will deliver €59m in proceeds and over 60% of 3i’s investment.