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Apollo Funds to Acquire Emerald and Questex to Create Leading North American B2B Events Platform

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Combination Under Private Ownership Would Bring Together Two Complementary Portfolios, Creating a Scaled Platform Positioned for Growth

NEW YORK, May 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Apollo (NYSE: APO) today announced that Apollo-managed funds (the “Apollo Funds”) have entered into separate definitive agreements to acquire Emerald Holding, Inc. (NYSE: EEX) (“Emerald”) and Questex, LLC (“Questex”), with the intention to combine the businesses to create a leading North American B2B experiential events and media platform, in an all-cash transaction.

Emerald and Questex together would create a scaled B2B events platform with approximately 160 events across complementary end markets, combining Emerald’s category-leading exhibitions with Questex’s differentiated events portfolio and 365-day digital engagement model. The combined business is expected to be well-positioned to drive organic growth and serve as a strategic partner of choice for founders and operators in the large and fragmented B2B events landscape.

Under the terms of the agreement with Emerald, Emerald stockholders will receive $5.03 per share in cash, representing a 42.1% premium to Emerald’s unaffected share price1, and implying an estimated closing enterprise value of approximately $1.5 billion. The Emerald Board of Directors unanimously approved the transaction. Onex, which beneficially owns over 90% of Emerald’s outstanding shares, has entered into a support agreement to vote in favor of the transaction. Upon completion of the transaction, Emerald’s shares will no longer trade on the New York Stock Exchange, and Emerald will become a private company.

“As AI and digital tools rapidly expand the ways professionals connect and share information, they are simultaneously elevating the value of trusted, in-person gatherings, where industries come together to do business, build relationships, and make consequential decisions,” said Shahid Bosan, Managing Director at Apollo. “Bringing together Emerald and Questex would create a scaled, highly complementary platform that is well positioned to capture that demand. We believe the combined business will benefit from the strength of both organizations’ teams, differentiated content, deep customer relationships, and proven 365-day engagement model, giving the platform a distinct ability to serve its communities year-round and drive sustained growth.”

“We are pleased to have reached this agreement with the Apollo Funds, which delivers compelling and immediate value to Emerald shareholders at a meaningful premium,” said Kosty Gillis, Onex Managing Director and Chairman of the Board of Emerald. “This is the result of a rigorous and comprehensive review of strategic alternatives that commenced last year, and the Board is confident Apollo is the right partner to take Emerald into its next chapter of growth.”

“Over the past several years, we have transformed the portfolio with a clear focus on higher-growth, market-leading brands, building a more diversified mix of events and the strongest portfolio in our history,” said Hervé Sedky, President and Chief Executive Officer of Emerald. “We are grateful to Onex for their partnership and support in building Emerald into what it is today. We believe the acquisition by Apollo Funds and the subsequent combination with Questex will provide the enhanced resources, strategic support, and long-term capital to accelerate our growth and deliver lasting value for our customers, employees, and stakeholders.”

Paul Miller, Chief Executive Officer of Questex, said, “We are excited to partner with Apollo and combine with Emerald to accelerate and scale our business model. Questex has built a differentiated experiential platform centered on year-round engagement and high-value customer communities, and we believe this combination creates a compelling opportunity to drive growth through innovation, digital integration, and strategic initiatives.”

The transaction is expected to be completed in the second half of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals.

Emerald Board Declares Quarterly Dividend

On May 8, 2026, the Emerald Board of Directors declared a dividend for the quarter ending June 30, 2026, of $0.015 per share, payable on June 1, 2026, to holders of Emerald’s common stock as of May 21, 2026.

Cancellation of Emerald’s First Quarter 2026 Earnings Conference Call

As a result of today’s announcement, Emerald has cancelled its first quarter 2026 earnings conference call and webcast scheduled for 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time today. For further information, please refer to the investor relations section of Emerald’s website at https://investor.emeraldx.com.

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Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC acted as the exclusive financial advisor and Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP acted as legal counsel to Emerald. Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP acted as legal counsel to Questex. RBC Capital Markets and RAN Advisory acted as lead financial advisors and PJT Partners acted as financial advisor to the Apollo Funds. Sidley Austin LLP acted as legal counsel to the Apollo Funds.

About Emerald
Emerald Holding, Inc. is a leading U.S.-based B2B event organizer, empowering businesses year-round by expanding meaningful connections, developing influential content, and delivering powerful commerce-driven solutions. As the owner and operator of a curated portfolio of B2B events spanning trade shows, conferences, B2C showcases and a scaled Executive Peer Network platform. Emerald also delivers dynamic solutions across leading industries through its robust content and e-commerce marketplace. Emerald is a trusted partner for its thousands of customers, predominantly small and medium-sized businesses, playing a pivotal role in driving ongoing commerce through streamlined buying, selling, and networking opportunities. Powered by an experienced, talented and deeply engaged team, Emerald is fostering impactful engagement and delivering unparalleled market access with a commitment to driving business growth 365 days a year. For more: http://www.emeraldx.com

About Questex
Questex fuels exceptional business connections—where every buyer and seller interaction matters. Through live events enriched with data insights and active year-round digital communities, we deliver measurable results. It happens here.

About Apollo
Apollo is a high-growth, global alternative asset manager. In our asset management business, we seek to provide our clients excess return at every point along the risk-reward spectrum from investment grade credit to private equity. For more than three decades, our investing expertise across our fully integrated platform has served the financial return needs of our clients and provided businesses with innovative capital solutions for growth. Through Athene, our retirement services business, we specialize in helping clients achieve financial security by providing a suite of retirement savings products and acting as a solutions provider to institutions. Our patient, creative, and knowledgeable approach to investing aligns our clients, businesses we invest in, our employees, and the communities we impact, to expand opportunity and achieve positive outcomes. As of March 31, 2026, Apollo had approximately $1.03 trillion of assets under management. To learn more, please visit www.apollo.com.

Cautionary Statement Concerning Forward-Looking Statements Regarding Emerald
This press release contains certain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking information may be identified by such terms as “believes”, “expects”, “will”, “may”, and other similar expressions.  In particular, the forward-looking information contained in this press release includes statements regarding the proposed transaction described herein, including the proposed timing and steps contemplated in respect of the proposed transaction and approvals with respect thereto. These statements are based on the current expectations of Emerald’s management as of the date hereof, and although they are believed to be reasonable, they are inherently uncertain and not guaranteed. These statements involve risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to, economic, competitive, governmental and other factors outside of Emerald’s control that may cause its business, industry, strategy, financing activities and the ability of the parties to complete the proposed transaction to differ materially. See “Risk Factors” and “Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements” in Emerald’s most recently filed periodic reports on Form 10-K and Form 10-Q and subsequent filings for a discussion of factors that may affect Emerald’s business performance. Emerald undertakes no obligation to update or revise any of the forward-looking statements contained herein, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Contacts

For Emerald

Erica Bartsch
EVP, Strategy & Communications
Erica.Bartsch@Emeraldx.com

For Questex

Kate Spellman
Chief Commercial Officer
kspellman@questex.com

For Apollo

Noah Gunn
Global Head of Investor Relations
(212) 822-0540
IR@apollo.com

Joanna Rose
Global Head of Corporate Communications
(212) 822-0491
Communications@apollo.com

1 The unaffected share price as of December 15, 2025, the trading day prior to Emerald announcing that it is considering strategic alternatives.

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CarbonCount Holdings 1 LLC to Issue $508 Million of 20-Year Fixed Rate Senior Unsecured Notes

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ANNAPOLIS, Md. & NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–HA Sustainable Infrastructure Capital, Inc. (“HASI”) (NYSE: HASI), a leading investor in sustainable infrastructure assets, and KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced that CarbonCount Holdings 1 LLC (“CCH1”), a co-investment vehicle between HASI and KKR, has issued $508 million in aggregate principal amount of senior unsecured notes (the “Notes”) in a private offering. The fixed-rate amortizing notes will have a 20-year final maturity. The Notes were priced at a weighted average coupon of 6.29%. These Notes represent the second issuance of senior notes by CCH1, following its inaugural issuance in June 2025, which priced at a weighted-average coupon of 6.76%.

“We are excited to further expand the investment capacity of CCH1 to support the strong growth in investment activity we are experiencing and continue to enhance our capital efficiency,” said HASI Senior Managing Director of Syndications Dan McMahon. “Moreover, five new institutional investors participated in the offering, and spreads improved by more than 30 basis points, compared to the first issuance last year, reflecting how the quality of our underlying assets is translating into a lower cost of capital.”

“The strong investor reception of CCH1’s second issuance reflects the quality and diversity of the underlying asset base,” said Cecilio Velasco, Managing Director, KKR. “With more than $4 billion of investment capacity at CCH1, we are well-positioned to continue collaborating with HASI to deliver sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy infrastructure to meet the significant demand we see across the U.S.”

After deducting the estimated offering expenses, the net proceeds from the offering of the Notes are expected to be approximately $503 million. CCH1 intends to utilize the net proceeds to acquire, or invest in, new and/or existing sustainable infrastructure projects, in whole or in part.

Formed in May 2024 as a strategic partnership between HASI and KKR to invest in clean energy projects across the United States, CCH1 was established with an initial capital commitment of up to $2 billion over an 18-month period, and in December 2025, HASI and KKR each agreed to upsize their combined commitment to $3 billion, with each party committing an additional $500 million, and extend the investment period to the earlier of the end of 2027 or when all commitments have been utilized. With this transaction, CCH1’s investment capacity has been increased to more than $4 billion, and both parties continue to expect total investment capacity to reach nearly $5 billion based on the existing leverage targets.

Morgan Stanley and HASI Securities served as Joint Lead Placement Agents on the transaction.

The Notes were offered only to persons reasonably believed to be institutional accredited investors as defined in Rule 501(a)(1), (2), (3), (7), or (9) under the Securities Act of 1933 (the “Securities Act”) that are also “qualified purchasers” within the meaning of Section (2)(a)(51)(A) of the Investment Company Act of 1940. The Notes have not been, and are not required to be, registered under the Securities Act or any state securities laws and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent an applicable exemption from the registration requirements of the Securities Act or any state securities laws.

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy, these securities, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation, or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.

About HASI

HASI is an investor in sustainable infrastructure assets advancing the energy transition. With more than $16 billion in managed assets, our investments are diversified across multiple asset classes, including utility-scale solar, storage, and onshore wind; distributed solar and storage; RNG; and energy efficiency. We combine deep expertise in energy markets and financial structuring with long-standing programmatic client partnerships to deliver superior risk-adjusted returns and measurable environmental benefits. HA Sustainable Infrastructure Capital, Inc. is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (Ticker: HASI). For more information, please visit hasi.com.

About KKR

KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries. For additional information about KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE: KKR), please visit KKR’s website at www.kkr.com. For additional information about Global Atlantic Financial Group, please visit Global Atlantic Financial Group’s website at www.globalatlantic.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

Some of the information in this press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. When used in this press release, words such as “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “plan,” “continue,” “intend,” “should,” “may,” “target,” or similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. Statements regarding the issuance of the Notes and the timing and expected use of proceeds from the Notes, as well as statements regarding the potential impact of the issuance on CCH1 and its financial position, investment capacity, and strategy, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are subject to significant risks and uncertainties. Investors are cautioned against placing undue reliance on such statements. Actual results may differ materially from those set forth in the forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements include those discussed under the caption “Risk Factors” included in each of the companies’ Annual Reports on Form 10-K (and, for HASI, as supplemented by its Form 10-K/A) for the companies’ fiscal years ended December 31, 2025, which were filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), as well as in other reports that the companies file with the SEC.

Forward-looking statements are based on beliefs, assumptions, and expectations as of the date of this press release. HASI, KKR, and CCH1 disclaim any obligation to publicly release the results of any revisions to these forward-looking statements reflecting new estimates, events, or circumstances after the date of this press release.

 

Contacts

For HASI:
Aaron Chew
investors@hasi.com
410-571-6189

Kenny Gayles
media@hasi.com
443-321-5756

For KKR:
Liidia Liuksila
media@KKR.com
+1 (212) 750-8300

 

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Americold Realty Trust, Inc. and EQT Announce a $1.3 Billion North American Cold Storage Joint Venture

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Americold Realty Trust (NYSE: COLD) (“Americold”), a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics, and EQT, a purpose-driven global investment organization, today announced the formation of a new joint venture with EQT’s Active Core Infrastructure fund (“EQT”) focused on the ownership, operation, and potential development of high-quality cold storage warehouse facilities in North America.

Under the terms of the agreement, Americold will contribute 12 cold storage facilities to the joint venture with an aggregate value in excess of $1.3 billion at inception. The facilities are located across the United States and comprise a total of approximately 124 million cubic feet of temperature-controlled capacity, with over 400,000 combined pallet positions. On a standalone basis, this joint venture is expected to be among the largest operators of cold storage facilities in North America. EQT will acquire a 70% interest in the joint venture, and Americold will retain a 30% equity interest and serve as day-to-day manager of the platform to ensure continuity of service and Americold’s proven operational excellence for customers. Americold expects to receive approximately $1.1 billion in net cash proceeds from the transaction, which is expected to be used to repay outstanding debt.

“This joint venture is an important strategic step for Americold, significantly strengthening our balance sheet, while aligning us with a strong partner in EQT who recognizes the intrinsic value of our mission-critical assets and the inherent growth opportunities in our business,” said Rob Chambers, CEO of Americold. “We believe this transaction reflects an attractive valuation for our assets, while positioning Americold to unlock additional value in the future as we look to grow this platform. This transaction is part of our multi-pronged strategy to drive disciplined long-term growth and superior returns for shareholders.”

Beyond the initial contributions to establish the joint venture, Americold and EQT expect the joint venture to serve as a long-term platform for future growth. EQT brings deep experience in temperature-controlled logistics, including through its ownership of one of Europe’s largest cold storage providers, and has a strong track record of scaling and developing essential infrastructure through an active approach to value creation. As part of the agreement, Americold will provide the joint venture with development support, leveraging its longstanding customer relationships and industry expertise to identify opportunities to develop strategically located assets that support key nodes in the cold chain.

“We are excited to partner with Americold to invest in a high-quality portfolio of truly mission-critical assets,” said Alex Greenbaum, Partner and Head of EQT Active Core Infrastructure. “We believe this platform is anchored by best-in-class cold storage assets serving blue chip customers and is well positioned for long-term growth. This investment aligns closely with our strategy of investing in core infrastructure assets with durable, predictable characteristics and clear opportunities for growth. We look forward to further developing, enhancing, and scaling the platform over time.”

“Americold is a leading global cold storage operator, with a high-quality platform, deep customer relationships, and a strong track record of operational excellence,” said Benjamin Bygott-Webb, Partner at EQT. “This partnership reflects EQT’s conviction in cold chain infrastructure as an essential, resilient sector with strong long-term fundamentals. Together, we are well-positioned to build on a strong foundation, pursuing disciplined growth and development opportunities while continuing to serve customers across critical points in the supply chain.”

The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals.

Eastdil Secured LLC served as Americold’s financial advisor on the transaction. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC and Morgan Stanley served as financial advisors to EQT and provided financing for the joint venture.  

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This press release contains statements about future events and expectations that constitute forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based on our beliefs, assumptions and expectations of our future financial and operating performance and growth plans, taking into account the information currently available to us. These statements are not statements of historical fact. Forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that may cause our actual results to differ materially from the expectations of future results we express or imply in any forward-looking statements, and you should not place undue reliance on such statements. Factors that could contribute to these differences include the following: failure to consummate our joint venture with EQT on the terms or timeline currently anticipated, or at all, due to the failure to satisfy closing conditions, obtain necessary approvals or consents, or other factors beyond our control; failure to achieve the anticipated benefits, synergies or returns from our joint venture with EQT, including as a result of unanticipated costs or liabilities, difficulties in integrating joint venture operations, or the failure of the joint venture to perform in accordance with our expectations; failure to execute on growth strategies and opportunities; geopolitical conflicts, including the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, and any related or resulting disruptions, including increasing energy costs; rising inflationary pressures, increased interest rates and operating costs; national, international, regional and local economic conditions, including impacts and uncertainty from trade disputes and tariffs on goods imported to the United States and goods exported to other countries; periods of economic slowdown or recession; labor and power costs; labor shortages; our relationship with our associates, the occurrence of any work stoppages or any disputes under our collective bargaining agreements and employment related litigation; the impact of supply chain disruptions; risks related to rising construction costs; risks related to expansions of existing properties and developments of new properties, including failure to meet budgeted or stabilized returns within expected time frames, or at all, in respect thereof; uncertainty of revenues, given the nature of our customer contracts; acquisition risks, including the failure to identify or complete attractive acquisitions or failure to realize the intended benefits from our recent acquisitions; difficulties in expanding our operations into new markets and products; uncertainties and risks related to public health crises; a failure of our information technology systems, systems conversions and integrations, cybersecurity attacks or a breach of our information security systems, networks or processes; risks related to implementation of the new ERP system; risks related to defaults or non-renewals of significant customer contracts; risks related to privacy and data security concerns, and data collection and transfer restrictions and related foreign regulations; changes in applicable governmental regulations and tax legislation; risks related to current and potential international operations and properties; actions by our competitors and their increasing ability to compete with us; changes in foreign currency exchange rates; the potential liabilities, costs and regulatory impacts associated with our in-house trucking services and the potential disruptions associated with our use of third-party trucking service providers for transportation services to our customers; liabilities as a result of our participation in multi-employer pension plans; risks related to the partial ownership of properties, including our JV investment; risks related to natural disasters; adverse economic or real estate developments in our geographic markets or the temperature-controlled warehouse industry; changes in real estate and zoning laws and increases in real property tax rates; general economic conditions; risks associated with the ownership of real estate generally and temperature-controlled warehouses in particular; possible environmental liabilities; uninsured losses or losses in excess of our insurance coverage; financial market fluctuations; our failure to obtain necessary outside financing on attractive terms, or at all; risks related to, or restrictions contained in, our debt financings; decreased storage rates or increased vacancy rates; the potential dilutive effect of our common stock offerings, including our ongoing at the market program; the cost and time requirements as a result of our operation as a publicly traded REIT; and our failure to maintain our status as a REIT.

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The information contained herein does not constitute an offer to sell, nor a solicitation of an offer to buy, any security, and may not be used or relied upon in connection with any offer or solicitation. It also does not constitute a notice of debt repayment or redemption. Any offer or solicitation in respect of Americold or EQT Active Core Infrastructure will be made only through a confidential private placement memorandum and related documents which will be furnished to qualified investors on a confidential basis in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Any securities referred to herein have not been and will not be registered under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), and may not be offered or sold without registration thereunder or pursuant to an available exemption therefrom. Any offering of securities to be made in the United States would have to be made by means of an offering document that would be obtainable from the issuer or its agents and would contain detailed information about the issuer of the securities and its management, as well as financial information. The securities may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an exemption from registration

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Americold Realty Trust, Inc.

Investor Relations

Telephone: 678-459-1959

Email: investor.relations@americold.com

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EQT Press Office, press@eqtpartners.com

 

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About Americold Realty Trust, Inc.

Americold (NYSE: COLD) is a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics and real estate, with a more than 120-year legacy of innovation and reliability. With more than 220 facilities across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and South America – totaling approximately 1.4 billion refrigerated cubic feet – Americold ensures the safe, efficient movement of refrigerated products worldwide.

Our facilities are an integral part of the global food supply chain, connecting producers, processors, distributors, and retailers with tailored, value-added services supported by responsive and reliable supply chains. Leveraging deep industry expertise, smart technology, and sustainable practices, Americold delivers world-class service that creates lasting value for our customers and the communities we serve. Visit www.americold.com to learn more.

About EQT

EQT is a purpose-driven global investment organization with EUR 269 billion in total assets under management (EUR 142 billion in fee-generating assets under management) as of 31 March 2026, within two business segments – Private Capital and Real Assets. EQT owns portfolio companies and assets in Europe, Asia Pacific and the Americas and supports them in achieving sustainable growth, operational excellence and market leadership.

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Blackstone Life Sciences Invests $250 Million in Anagram Therapeutics to Advance Novel and Patient-Friendly Oral Enzyme Replacement Therapy for Pancreatic Insufficiency

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People with exocrine pancreatic insufficiency currently face highly disruptive pill burden – ANG003 expected to only require one tablet per meal

NEW YORK and NATICK, Mass. – May 7, 2026 – Blackstone Life Sciences (“BXLS”) today announced a $250 million investment in Anagram Therapeutics (“Anagram”), a clinical-stage private biopharmaceutical company dedicated to improving the lives of people living with exocrine pancreatic insufficiency due to cystic fibrosis (“CF”), pancreatic cancer and related disorders. The investment will help fund the further development, approval and launch of Anagram’s ANG003, a novel orally delivered recombinant enzyme replacement therapy that has demonstrated positive clinical data in people with exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (“EPI”) due to CF. This community currently faces a highly disruptive pill burden, taking up to 40 pills daily. Additionally, ANG003 has the potential to be the first non-porcine extract product.

“We believe Anagram is well positioned to transform the treatment of pancreatic insufficiency, especially in patients of all ages who suffer from cystic fibrosis,” said Dr. Nicholas Galakatos, Global Head of Blackstone Life Sciences. “This is an excellent case study of our ownership strategy where we bring scale capital, deep domain expertise, and hands-on engagement to help address large unmet medical needs.”

“We would like to thank the Blackstone Life Sciences team for their support and expertise as we accelerate the development of ANG003 and other orally delivered enzymes for people living with rare diseases. We believe the clinical data generated from the ANG003-22-101 study in patients with EPI due to CF is compelling and has the potential to be a transformational treatment for people living with EPI,” said Robert Gallotto, President and CEO, Anagram. “We are excited to be working with the entire Blackstone Life Sciences team and would also like to acknowledge and express our gratitude to the CF Foundation and its President and CEO Dr. Michael Boyle for their continued support from the initial stages to advance ANG003, a much-needed treatment option for people with CF and others living with EPI.”

“The large unmet need in EPI is clear as gastrointestinal symptoms and global supply issues for existing porcine derived products continue to be a real problem. Patients today also face an enormous, disruptive pill burden, taking up to 40 pills a day to treat their EPI. We expect ANG003 to only require one tablet per meal which we believe will positively impact compliance and quality of life,” said Kiran Reddy, MD, Senior Managing Director, Blackstone Life Sciences. “ANG003 represents a meaningful advancement for the many patients affected by this condition, offering the potential to significantly reduce treatment burden while improving clinical outcomes. We are excited to work with the CF patient and clinical community.”

BXLS’ support follows over $30 million in funding from the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation that enabled much of the clinical and development work to date for ANG003.

ANG003 is a novel broad-spectrum orally delivered non-porcine enzyme replacement therapy being developed for people with CF and other conditions who also suffer from EPI. People with EPI do not produce enough pancreatic (digestive) enzymes to break down foods and absorb nutrients, which can lead to malnutrition, fatty acid abnormalities, profound gastrointestinal symptoms, a significant decrease in quality of life and reduced life expectancy. Gastrointestinal issues remain as one of the most burdensome challenges faced by people with CF. Anagram is initiating an international Phase 2 study with ANG003 after presenting positive data from an earlier clinical study in people with EPI due to CF.

About ANG003 and Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
ANG003 is Anagram’s lead product for the treatment of exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI) and malabsorption. ANG003 is a new class of broad-spectrum recombinant digestive enzyme replacement therapy, targeting some of the most challenging diseases in infants, children, and adults. ANG003 was engineered to be stable and immediately active in the gastrointestinal tract to maximize digestion and absorption. ANG003 contains lipase for fat malabsorption, protease for protein malabsorption, and amylase for carbohydrate malabsorption. EPI is a condition that is caused by reduced pancreatic enzymes, leading to impaired digestion, inadequate nutrient absorption, and associated with significantly diminished quality of life and life expectancy. People with EPI are currently treated with pancreatic enzyme replacement therapies (PERT) from pig pancreas glands that have a high treatment burden, requiring people to take up to 40 capsules per day. Pig-derived PERT require a significant amount of plastic coating to prevent it from being degraded in the stomach. PERT derived from pig pancreas glands continue to experience global product shortages. The current U.S. PERT market is approximately $2 billion annually.

About Blackstone Life Sciences
Blackstone Life Sciences (BXLS) is a leading private investment platform with capabilities to invest across the life cycle of companies and products within the key life science sectors. By combining scale investments and hands-on operational leadership, BXLS helps bring to market promising new medicines and medical technologies that improve patients’ lives and currently has $17 billion in assets under management.

About Anagram Therapeutics
Anagram Therapeutics, Inc., is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing novel, orally delivered enzyme therapeutics for the treatment of serious diseases caused by malabsorption syndromes and nutrient metabolism disorders, a group of conditions caused by enzyme deficiencies or genetic disorders that prevent the body from properly processing or absorbing certain fats, sugars, proteins, vitamins or other key nutrients. The company is leveraging proprietary enzyme technologies and expertise in gastrointestinal diseases to solve complex problems and advance a pipeline of products that can have a life-changing impact for people and their families living with cystic fibrosis and other rare diseases. ANG003, Anagram’s lead product for the treatment of malabsorption and exocrine pancreatic insufficiency, is a new class of broad-spectrum digestive enzyme replacement therapy in clinical trials in people with exocrine pancreatic insufficiency due to cystic fibrosis. Anagram is a privately held company headquartered in Natick, MA. To learn more, visit https://anagramtx.com/ or follow us on LinkedIn and X/Twitter.

Anagram Therapeutics® is a registered trademark of Anagram Therapeutics, Inc.

Contact

Blackstone
David Vitek
David.Vitek@blackstone.com
(212) 583-5291

Anagram Contact:
Kathryn Kilroy
kkilroy@anagramtx.com
(617) 466-3823

Anagram Media Contact:
Gina Cella
gcella@cellapr.com
(781) 799-3137

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Apollo Funds Complete Acquisition of Prosol Group

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NEW YORK, May 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Apollo (NYSE: APO) today announced that Apollo-managed funds (the “Apollo Funds”) have completed the previously announced acquisition of a majority stake in Prosol Group (“Prosol” or the “Company”), the multi-specialist in fresh food businesses and food retail in France, from Ardian, a global private investment firm. Prosol’s existing minority shareholders and management team have reinvested alongside the Apollo Funds.

Founded in 1992, Prosol has differentiated itself by building a proprietary, vertically integrated supply chain, sourcing fresh, quality products resulting in a highly loyal and fast-growing customer base. Prosol operates and/or supplies nearly 450 stores across France under two main banners, Grand Frais and fresh. Chief Executive Officer Jean-Paul Mochet will continue to lead the Company as it sets out to achieve its long-term growth ambitions, expanding Prosol’s distinctive retail concept to more customers.

UBS AG served as lead financial advisor to the Apollo Funds, while Royal Bank of Canada and Lazard also served as financial advisors. Sidley Austin LLP, Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP and Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP served as legal counsel on the transaction.

About Apollo
Apollo is a high-growth, global alternative asset manager. In our asset management business, we seek to provide our clients excess return at every point along the risk-reward spectrum from investment grade credit to private equity. For more than three decades, our investing expertise across our fully integrated platform has served the financial return needs of our clients and provided businesses with innovative capital solutions for growth. Through Athene, our retirement services business, we specialize in helping clients achieve financial security by providing a suite of retirement savings products and acting as a solutions provider to institutions. Our patient, creative, and knowledgeable approach to investing aligns our clients, businesses we invest in, our employees, and the communities we impact, to expand opportunity and achieve positive outcomes. As of March 31, 2026, Apollo had approximately $1.03 trillion of assets under management.

About Prosol
A leading player in specialised food retail in France, PROSOL has been developing an integrated, fresh-food-focused model for more than 30 years. By exercising full control over the value chain — from agricultural sourcing to distribution — the company ensures freshness, quality and traceability, in support of better eating for all.

Designed as a true infrastructure dedicated to taste, PROSOL’s model is built on long-term partnerships with carefully selected producers, in-house expertise in product enhancement and maturation, proprietary production facilities, and a dedicated, high-performance logistics network.

With nearly 450 points of sale, PROSOL operates a portfolio of complementary retail brands, including Grand Frais, fresh., La Boulangerie du Marché, mon-marché.fr, BioFrais, and Banco Fresco in Italy. Within Grand Frais stores, the company directly operates the fruit and vegetable, fish, dairy and cheese departments, as well as butchery departments in the Paris region and Eastern France.

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Noah Gunn
Global Head of Investor Relations
Apollo Global Management, Inc.
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Global Head of Corporate Communications
Apollo Global Management, Inc.
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Diversified Energy and Carlyle Agree to Acquire Camino Natural Resources Assets for Approximately $1.2 Billion

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BIRMINGHAM, AL and NEW YORK, NY – May 6, 2026 – Diversified Energy Company (LSE: DEC; NYSE: DEC) (“Diversified”) and global investment firm Carlyle’s (NASDAQ: CG) Global Credit platform today announced that they have entered into an agreement to acquire certain oil and natural gas properties, along with related assets located in the Anadarko Basin of Oklahoma from Camino Natural Resources for approximately $1.2 billion, subject to customary adjustments. The acquisition provides 100 additional high-quality, undeveloped inventory locations in an active development area, with Diversified maintaining in excess of 450 locations in Oklahoma, pro forma for the acquisition.

The acquisition builds on the strategic partnership between Diversified and Carlyle announced in 2025, which combines Carlyle’s asset-backed finance capabilities with Diversified’s operating expertise to invest in proved developed producing (“PDP”) energy assets across the United States.

The acquisition provides additional, high-quality undeveloped inventory locations in an active development area that are contiguous with Diversified’s existing operations in Oklahoma. The transaction is expected to increase scale in the region and provide opportunities for operational efficiencies and cost synergies.

The transaction will be financed through a bespoke asset-backed securitization (“ABS”) structured and arranged by Carlyle. In connection with the acquisition, Carlyle and Diversified will establish a newly formed special purpose vehicle that will hold the producing assets and issue debt backed by the underlying cash flows. Carlyle will hold a majority ownership interest in the SPV that issues the ABS, with Diversified retaining a minority ownership stake and serving as operator of the assets and manager of the ABS.

This structure is designed to provide long-term, efficient financing aligned with the assets’ production profile, while enabling scaled investment without reliance on traditional corporate financing or equity issuance. Certain undeveloped acreage will be retained directly by Diversified, providing additional upside and development flexibility outside of the securitized structure.

The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions.

“We are excited to again partner with Carlyle to acquire high-quality assets that complement our existing Oklahoma operations,” said Rusty Hutson, Jr., Chief Executive Officer of Diversified Energy. “This transaction adds meaningful scale to our portfolio and reflects our continued focus on acquiring and optimizing long-life, cash-generating assets. We see significant opportunity to drive operational efficiencies and enhance long-term value through this acquisition.”

“This transaction demonstrates what’s possible when structuring expertise and long-term capital are paired with a best-in-class operator,” said Akhil Bansal, Head of Asset-Backed Finance at Carlyle. “We’re proud to work alongside Diversified to create a financing solution purpose-built for these assets, and we see this as a model for how Carlyle approaches asset-backed investing.”

This investment is being led by Carlyle’s Asset-Backed Finance (“ABF”) team within the Global Credit platform. Carlyle ABF focuses on private fixed income and asset-backed investments, leveraging the firm’s global platform to deliver tailored financing solutions to businesses, specialty finance companies, and asset owners. Carlyle ABF has deployed approximately $11 billion since 2021 and has more than $10 billion in assets under management as of December 31, 2025.

Kirkland & Ellis LLP is serving as legal advisors, and Citi & Truist Securities are serving as financial advisors to Diversified on the Acquisition. Jefferies is serving as lead financial advisor and RBC Richardson Barr is serving as co-financial advisor to Camino. Vinson and Elkins is serving as legal advisor to Camino. Latham & Watkins LLP and Paul Hastings LLP are serving as legal advisors to Carlyle.

About Diversified Energy Company 

Diversified is a leading publicly traded energy company focused on acquiring, operating, and optimizing cash-generating energy assets. Through our unique differentiated strategy, we acquire established assets and invest in them to improve environmental and operational performance until retiring those assets in a safe and environmentally secure manner. Recognized by ratings agencies and organizations for our sustainability leadership, this solutions-oriented, stewardship approach makes Diversified the Right Company at the Right Time to responsibly produce energy, deliver reliable free cash flow, and generate shareholder value.

About Carlyle

Carlyle (NASDAQ: CG) is a global investment firm with deep industry expertise that deploys private capital across three business segments: Global Private Equity, Global Credit, and Carlyle AlpInvest. With $477 billion of assets under management as of December 31, 2025, Carlyle’s purpose is to invest wisely and create value on behalf of its investors, portfolio companies, and the communities in which we live and invest. Carlyle employs more than 2,500 people in 27 offices across four continents. Further information is available at www.carlyle.com. Follow Carlyle on X @OneCarlyle and LinkedIn at The Carlyle Group.

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KKR Closes Acquisition of Arctos Partners

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Arctos will be part of KKR Solutions, a new investing business within KKR

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)– KKR & Co. Inc., a leading global investment firm, today announced that it has closed its previously announced acquisition of Arctos Partners (“Arctos”), a premier institutional investor in professional sports franchise stakes globally and a leader in asset management solutions for sponsors. The transaction has received the specified sports league approvals required for closing.

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Founded by Ian Charles and Doc O’Connor in 2019 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Arctos has the largest institutional portfolio of professional sports franchises and is a recognized innovator in providing strategic capital to asset management firms through structured solutions. The firm manages approximately $16 billion in assets under management and provides bespoke growth and liquidity solutions to sports franchises (“Arctos Sports”) and alternative asset managers (“Arctos Keystone” or “GP Solutions”).

“We are thrilled to welcome Arctos to KKR,” said Joe Bae and Scott Nuttall, Co-Chief Executive Officers of KKR. “Our firms have strong cultural alignment and shared entrepreneurial roots. Ian and Doc have built a highly distinctive market leading platform, and we look forward to partnering with them and their team to support the continued growth of the business and further strengthen KKR’s sourcing and origination capabilities.”

As a result of the transaction, Ian Charles, Doc O’Connor and the rest of Arctos have become part of KKR Solutions, a new investing business within KKR that is led by Ian Charles. KKR Solutions includes Arctos’ Sports and Keystone businesses and will serve as the home of a scaled multi-asset class secondaries business KKR will build over time.

“This transaction is a milestone for Arctos and our partners, representing the strength of our strategy and KKR’s belief in our team,” said Arctos’ Managing Partners Ian Charles and Doc O’Connor. “With KKR’s deep expertise and global platform, we are well positioned to accelerate our mission of building a differentiated investment platform that delivers innovative, tailored capital solutions to sports franchises and alternative asset managers, while expanding our impact across the industries we serve.”

About KKR

KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries. For additional information about KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE: KKR), please visit KKR’s website at www.kkr.com. For additional information about Global Atlantic Financial Group, please visit Global Atlantic Financial Group’s website at www.globalatlantic.com.

About Arctos

Arctos is an investment firm designed to catalyze growth and unlock value in complex, illiquid, and underserved markets. Founded in 2019, the firm’s investment businesses span capital solutions for alternative asset managers (Arctos Keystone) and premier sports franchises (Arctos Sports), delivering bespoke capital solutions, differentiated insights, and purpose-built operating capabilities to industry leaders in both markets. The firm’s innovative approach is anchored by its quantitative research and data science platform, Arctos Insights. Arctos has a team of more than 75 investment and operational professionals with expertise across industries, geographies, and economic cycles. The firm is headquartered in Dallas, with office locations in New York, Boston, and London. For more information, visit www.arctospartners.com or Arctos’ company page on LinkedIn.

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This press release contains certain forward-looking statements pertaining to KKR, including with respect to Arctos. Forward-looking statements relate to expectations, beliefs, future plans and strategies, anticipated events and similar expressions concerning matters that are not historical facts and which can change as a result of many possible events or factors, not all of which are known to KKR or within its control, and, as a result, may vary materially. Information about factors affecting KKR, including a description of risks that should be considered when making a decision to purchase or sell any securities of KKR, can be found in KKR & Co. Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, filed with the SEC on February 27, 2026, and its other filings with the SEC, which are available at www.sec.gov.

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Apollo Hybrid Value Fund III Raises $6.5 Billion

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NEW YORK, May 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Apollo (NYSE: APO) today announced the final close of Apollo Hybrid Value Fund III (“HVF III”), raising approximately $6.5 billion in total commitments, reflecting strong support from both new and existing investors. The Fund attracted a diverse, global investor base, including pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, insurance companies, endowments and other institutional and wealth investors.

The Hybrid Value strategy focuses on delivering flexible, partnership-oriented solutions that sit between traditional debt and equity. The strategy primarily invests in structured equity opportunities, including preferred and convertible securities, and provides capital solutions to support growth initiatives, acquisitions, shareholder liquidity and balance sheet optimization, while seeking to provide downside protection and equity participation for investors.

“We are grateful for the strong support from both new and existing investors in HVF III, which we believe reflects continued confidence in our strategy and track record,” said Jason Scheir, Partner and Head of Hybrid Value at Apollo. “We have built the Hybrid Value franchise to deliver bespoke, partnership capital at scale and we remain focused on generating attractive risk-adjusted returns for our investors.”

HVF III follows Apollo Hybrid Value Fund I, which closed at $3.3 billion in 2019, and Apollo Hybrid Value Fund II, which closed at $4.6 billion in 2022. Building on this track record, Apollo’s broader hybrid ecosystem continues to expand with a growing base of capital across its hybrid strategies.

“We believe hybrid strategies offer a compelling risk-reward framework for investors as they navigate market cycles and the current period of elevated uncertainty,” said Matt Nord, Co-Head of Private Equity and Head of Hybrid at Apollo. “Our ability to provide scaled, flexible capital, combined with the strength of our integrated platform, positions us to be the partner of choice for many of the world’s leading companies and sponsors.”

Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP represented Apollo in connection with the closing of HVF III.

About Apollo

Apollo is a high-growth, global alternative asset manager. In our asset management business, we seek to provide our clients excess return at every point along the risk-reward spectrum from investment grade credit to private equity. For more than three decades, our investing expertise across our fully integrated platform has served the financial return needs of our clients and provided businesses with innovative capital solutions for growth. Through Athene, our retirement services business, we specialize in helping clients achieve financial security by providing a suite of retirement savings products and acting as a solutions provider to institutions. Our patient, creative, and knowledgeable approach to investing aligns our clients, businesses we invest in, our employees, and the communities we impact, to expand opportunity and achieve positive outcomes. As of December 31, 2025, Apollo had approximately $938 billion of assets under management. To learn more, please visit www.apollo.com.

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Global Head of Investor Relations
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IR@apollo.com

Joanna Rose
Global Head of Corporate Communications
Apollo Global Management, Inc.
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KKR and XPV Water Partners Agree to Sell Axius Water

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KKR and XPV Water Partners Agree to Sell Axius Water

May 4, 2026

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)– KKR, a leading global investment firm, and XPV Water Partners, a leading water-focused investment firm, today announced the signing of a definitive agreement to sell Axius Water (“Axius”) to CRH, a leading building materials company.

Formed in 2019 by KKR and XPV to unify high-potential companies across nutrient management, Axius has grown into a global leader in advanced water quality solutions.

“As pressures on global water systems intensify, water quality challenges in developed markets are mounting. We formed Axius alongside XPV to help address these challenges, bringing together specialized businesses into a scaled platform with real depth of talent and expertise,” said Kyle Matter, Managing Director and Head of North America Global Impact at KKR. “Purpose-built to meet a critical global need, Axius exemplifies our Global Impact strategy. We are proud of what Chris and the team have accomplished and believe CRH is the right choice to carry that momentum forward.”

“Over the past several years, we’ve assembled a talented team and a unique set of capabilities in water quality, and I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve built with KKR and XPV. We’re excited to enter this next chapter with CRH, whose resources and reach will allow us to bring our solutions to even more communities facing these challenges,” said Chris McIntire, Axius Water CEO.

“Together with KKR, we’ve supported the company in building out its core scaling capabilities, enabling a broader deployment of water quality solutions that are needed to meet a growing demand,” said David Henderson, Managing Partner at XPV Water Partners. “We’re proud of the progress to date and believe CRH is well positioned to take that platform to the next level.”

The transaction is expected to close in Q2 2026, subject to customary regulatory approvals and closing conditions.

About KKR
KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries. For additional information about KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE: KKR), please visit KKR’s website at www.kkr.com. For additional information about Global Atlantic Financial Group, please visit Global Atlantic Financial Group’s website at www.globalatlantic.com.

About XPV Water Partners
XPV Water Partners is a team of experienced growth investors and business builders committed to making a difference in water. With more than US $1 billion in AUM, XPV leverages exceptional talent, deep industry knowledge, and a proven growth platform to rapidly scale businesses, generate superior returns for all stakeholders, and meaningfully contribute to a water-secure future. For more information, visit www.xpvwaterpartners.com.

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Reserv Announces $125 Million Series C Financing Led by KKR to Accelerate AI-Driven Transformation of Insurance Claims

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NEW YORK & LONDON–Reserv Inc. (“Reserv”), the parent company of Reserv Claims Analysis, LLC – the Property and Casualty (P&C) Insurance industry’s largest AI-native third-party administrator (“TPA”) – and Reserv Technologies, LLC – a claims intelligence provider – today announced a $125 million Series C funding round led by KKR, with participation from existing investors including Bain Capital Ventures and Flourish Ventures, as well as select strategic partners and clients.
Founded in 2022, Reserv provides TPA services and technology to nearly 200 insurers, corporate captives, MGAs, and brokers. The company has achieved strong commercial traction, with annual recurring revenue (ARR) reaching $100 million and rapid year-on-year growth as it scales its platform. With over 500 claims adjusters on staff, Reserv has more than doubled its claims processing capacity every year while continuing to improve claims outcomes, provide data transparency, and innovate new technology solutions for its client partners. The investment from funds and accounts managed by KKR is expected to help Reserv continue to more than double its claim capacity every year from 500,000 annual complex claims capacity today to 30 million in the next four years, which means creating enough capacity to service and automate a significant portion of the P&C industry across non-field-based commercial claims.

“We started this company to prove how seamless claims processing could be if technology wasn’t the bottleneck – with ongoing feature evolution instead of constant system overhauls. And our focus is not just on claims processing tools, but automation of the entire organization,” said CJ Przybyl, co-founder and CEO. “Reserv has now reached a scale – in claims processing capacity, technology velocity, data accumulation, and people transformation capabilities – where we can automate even the most complex claims. This enables an adjuster-led, empathetic experience, with every ‘i’ dotted and ‘t’ crossed with the support of AI and built on an infinitely scalable, purpose-built platform and flexible tech stack.”

“What Reserv has done from an AI and operational perspective to deliver faster and better quality outcomes for its customers is truly differentiated in the market,” said Patrick Devine, Partner at KKR. “We’re excited to partner with this high-calibre management team, which has the rare combination of innovation, agility, and operational sophistication to rapidly scale to meet customer needs and deliver differentiated outcomes compared to legacy claims handling approaches,” added Elliot Bell, Principal at KKR.

“After scaling York Risk Services into one of the nation’s largest TPAs, I’ve seen virtually every claims model the industry has produced,” said Rick Taketa, Board Member and former CEO of York Risk Services. “What Reserv has built is genuinely different—AI-driven capabilities that go beyond automation to meaningfully improve outcomes for claimants and customers alike. KKR’s investment reflects what I’ve seen firsthand: this is a company positioned to lead the next phase of innovation in claims, with its most significant impact still ahead.”

The Reserv Glance™ claims platform enables customers to migrate any size of historical and open claims into a centralized database. It then uses fully explainable AI to analyze and act on critical claims, while scaling human and automated workflows quickly. This enables customers to phase out legacy claims systems and operations in a matter of weeks. Clients can choose how much automation they want to apply — from automated handling of simpler claims to more supported approaches for complex cases. Reserv operates in a “post-AI” environment, where the latest AI tools are immediately production-ready and integrated into the platform. The emphasis shifts from building standalone tools to supporting adjuster and insurer teams as they adapt their processes to this pace of innovation.

The investment will be made primarily through KKR’s Next Generation Technology Growth strategy, which builds on the firm’s established track record in technology investing, and leverages KKR’s institutional knowledge from investing extensively across the insurance value chain.

Reserv was advised by Paul Hastings as legal adviser. KKR was advised by Gibson Dunn as legal adviser.

About Reserv

Reserv is an AI-native third-party administrator (TPA) and software provider for property and casualty insurance. Purpose-built by claims and technology veterans, Reserv delivers tech-forward claims handling at scale, enabling insurers to drive down loss costs, streamline operations, and improve the customer experience. Learn more at www.reserv.com.

About KKR

KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries. For additional information about KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE: KKR), please visit KKR’s website at www.kkr.com. For additional information about Global Atlantic Financial Group, please visit Global Atlantic Financial Group’s website at www.globalatlantic.com.

 

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