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CapMan Growth establishes its third fund: first closing at €110 million, surpassing target size

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CapMan Growth establishes its third fund: first closing at €110 million, surpassing target size

The CapMan Growth Equity III fund initiates operations and makes its first closing at €110 million, surpassing its target size. The strong interest towards the fund is a testament to the successful growth stories and well-executed exits facilitated by the team. The fund is expected to reach its hard cap at €130 million by the end of April 2024.

At first closing CapMan Growth’s third fund already exceeds the size of the team’s previous fund which closed at €97 million. Since its establishment in 2017 CapMan Growth has raised over €300 million in total for growth investments.

Raising a fund larger than its predecessor in the current market environment clearly shows there is significant interest towards CapMan Growth’s investment strategy. Driving this interest is the team’s strong track-record in supporting multiple growth companies and achieving successful exits of which Picosun and Coronaria are good examples.

CapMan Growth’s strategy is to make active minority investments into entrepreneur-led growth companies, with the aim of further developing them together with the entrepreneurs and the operative management.

CapMan Growth’s investor base consists mainly of reputable Finnish institutional investors and successful Finnish entrepreneurs including several founders of CapMan Growth’s portfolio companies.

”Our investment strategy has gained a lot of interest amongst both owners of growth companies and investors. Many growth entrepreneurs seek an alternative to selling their business and we can support growth while letting entrepreneurs retain control in their company. Investors have also viewed our strategy as an interesting alternative to more traditional private equity funds. A warm thank you for the trust to all our current and new investors”, says Antti Kummu, Managing Partner at CapMan Growth.

CapMan Growth is the leading Finnish growth investor making significant minority investments in entrepreneur-led growth companies with revenues ranging between €10–200 million euros. We offer entrepreneurs an alternative to selling the majority of their business by facilitating a partial exit while also supporting growth and internationalisation. We have been part of building companies such as Coronaria, Cloud2, Digital Workforce, Fennoa, Fluido, Neural DSP, Picosun, Sofigate, Silmäasema and Unikie.

For more information:

Antti Kummu, Managing Partner, CapMan Growth, +358 50 432 4486

About CapMan

CapMan is a leading Nordic private asset expert with an active approach to value creation and over €5 billion in assets under management. Our objective is to provide attractive returns and innovative solutions to investors by enabling change across our portfolio companies. An example of this is greenhouse gas reduction targets that we have set under the Science Based Targets initiative in line with the 1.5°C scenario and our commitment to net-zero GHG emissions by 2040. We have a broad presence in the unlisted market through our local and specialised teams. Our investment strategies cover real estate and infrastructure assets, natural capital and minority and majority investments in portfolio companies. We also provide wealth management solutions. Our service business includes procurement services. Altogether, CapMan employs around 200 professionals in Helsinki, Jyväskylä, Stockholm, Copenhagen, Oslo, London and Luxembourg. We are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki since 2001. www.capman.com

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EQT X hits the hard cap, raising EUR 22 billion (USD 24 billion) in total commitments

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In what is EQT’s largest ever fundraise, its flagship private equity fund raises EUR 22 billion (USD 24 billion) in total commitments, of which EUR 21.7 billion (USD 23.5 billion) are fee-generating assets under management, exceeding the EUR 20 billion (USD 21.6 billion) target

This represents a near 40 percent increase on EQT IX, thanks to strong support from existing and new investors, with a greater share of commitments coming from private wealth

EQT X builds on EQT Private Equity’s 30-year track record of strong performance, investing predominantly in the Healthcare, Technology and Tech-enabled Services sectors in Europe and North America

EQT is pleased to share that EQT X (the “Fund”) has held its final close, having raised EUR 22 billion (USD 24 billion) in total commitments, of which EUR 21.7 billion (USD 23.5 billion) are fee-generating assets under management. The fundraise exceeded the target size of EUR 20 billion (USD 21.6 billion) and represents a near 40 percent increase on EQT IX, which closed at EUR 15.6 billion in April 2021. It also represents one of the largest private equity funds ever raised.

The Fund received commitments from a broad range of investors, including pension and sovereign wealth funds, asset managers, and the private wealth segment. The latter made up an increased share of the total commitments, on the back of EQT’s recent strategic drive to offer the segment increased access to EQT funds with the launch of EQT Nexus. Fund investors were based across the Americas, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, Europe and the Nordics.

EQT X is the latest fund in the EQT Private Equity strategy. For thirty years, the strategy has invested in the Healthcare, Technology, Tech-enabled Services and Industrial Technology sectors in Europe and North America, and over that time it has delivered a realized gross multiple on invested capital of 2.7x. The Fund has announced seven investments since June 2022, starting with the acquisition of Envirotainer, the globally leading provider of mission-critical transport services to the biopharma industry. Other investments include advanced medical components supplier Zeus, accounts receivable automation leader Billtrust, and animal pharmaceutical business Dechra Pharmaceuticals.

Per Franzén, Head of Private Capital Europe & North America at EQT and Chairman of the EQT Private Equity Investment Committees, said: “We remain focused on backing and futureproofing companies in attractive and resilient sectors, such as healthcare and technology, and have proven our ability to perform and return capital across cycles. We continue to invest in our sector expertise, sharpening our ownership model and developing our value-creation toolbox. Our thematic investment strategy and strong local presence are competitive advantages when sourcing opportunities, not least in a slower deal-making environment. EQT X is off to a strong start, having already announced four take-privates while offering substantial co-invest opportunities. We look forward to continuing to partner with our clients.”

Suzanne Donohoe, Chief Commercial Officer at EQT, said: “We would like to thank both our long-term and new clients for their support of EQT X. Around 70 percent of the commitments to the fund came from existing EQT IX investors, a testament to the long-term trust we have built together. We’re also grateful for the support from new clients, who recognized our 30-year track record of delivering strong and steady returns. We look forward to continuing to strengthen our partnerships for the next 30 years and beyond.”

As one of EQT’s eleven business lines, the EQT Private Equity team consists of more than 130 investment professionals spread across 15 offices in Europe and North America. They work with portfolio companies to accelerate growth, strengthen profitability and increase resilience through an active ownership model. They do this through hands-on support of management teams, employing long-term perspectives, and bringing deep expertise in areas such as AI, digitalization and sustainability. The teams also draw upon the expertise of EQT’s network of over 600 Industrial Advisors, who each bring experience leading companies in EQT Private Equity’s core sectors. EQT Private Equity works closely with EQT’s other private capital business lines, which include EQT Private Capital Asia, EQT Future, EQT Healthcare Growth, EQT Growth, and EQT Ventures.

EQT X is currently 30-35 percent invested (including closed and/or signed investments, announced public offers, if applicable, and less any expected syndication), based on the actual fund size.

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Olof Svensson, Head of Shareholder Relations, +46 72 989 09 15
EQT Press Office, press@eqtpartners.com, +46 8 506 55 334

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EQT is a purpose-driven global investment organization focused on active ownership strategies. With a Nordic heritage and a global mindset, EQT has a track record of almost three decades of developing companies across multiple geographies, sectors and strategies. EQT has investment strategies covering all phases of a business’ development, from start-up to maturity. EQT has EUR ‌​​232​‌ billion in total assets under management (EUR ‌​​‌130​‌ billion in fee-generating assets under management), within two business segments – Private Capital and Real Assets.

With its roots in the Wallenberg family’s entrepreneurial mindset and philosophy of long-term ownership, EQT is guided by a set of strong values and a distinct corporate culture. EQT manages and advises funds and vehicles that invest across the world with the mission to future-proof companies, generate attractive returns and make a positive impact with everything EQT does.

The EQT AB Group comprises EQT AB (publ) and its direct and indirect subsidiaries, which include general partners and fund managers of EQT funds as well as entities advising EQT funds. EQT has offices in more than 20 countries across Europe, Asia and the Americas and has more than 1,800 employees.

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KKR Closes US$6.4 Billion Asia Pacific Infrastructure Investors II Fund

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  • Fund is largest pan-regional infrastructure fund to have been raised for Asia Pacific
  • More than half of the Fund already invested or committed across ~10 investments

HONG KONG–(BUSINESS WIRE)– KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced the final close of KKR Asia Pacific Infrastructure Investors II SCSp (the “Fund”), a US$6.4 billion fund focused on infrastructure-related investments across Asia Pacific.

At close, the Fund is the largest pan-regional infrastructure fund to have been raised for Asia Pacific. This closely follows KKR’s inaugural Asia Pacific-dedicated infrastructure fund, KKR Asia Pacific Infrastructure Investors SCSp, which closed at US$3.9 billion in 2021 as the largest Asia-dedicated pan-regional fund at the time. Since the Fund’s launch, KKR has already invested or committed more than half of its capital across approximately 10 investments. KKR’s Asia Pacific infrastructure platform has organically grown to approximately US$13 billion in assets under management since its inception in 2019.

“Infrastructure is a key pillar of KKR’s global and regional strategy. We are proud to have built and scaled a market-leading platform in Asia Pacific in a short span of time, and are grateful for the continued support by our investors as we close our milestone second pan-regional fund,” said David Luboff, Co-Head of KKR Asia Pacific and Head of Asia Pacific Infrastructure at KKR. “The success of the fundraise is a testament to the confidence that global investors have in our ability to deliver strong risk-adjusted returns and differentiated value-add through our established multi-asset platform, local presence in key markets, and strong ability to collaborate across multiple strategies and the region. Their commitment underscores our shared conviction that Asia Pacific’s infrastructure sector holds tremendous potential over the long term.”

KKR’s infrastructure investment approach brings together a disciplined selection process with distinctive investment sourcing and structuring capabilities executed by a dedicated investment team based in markets across Asia Pacific. In line with this approach, the Fund will focus on critical infrastructure with low volatility and strong downside protection where KKR believes it can add value and achieve attractive risk-adjusted returns by leveraging its global network of industry experts, its highly experienced team in Asia Pacific, and long track record of operational value creation. The Fund has a broad investment mandate across various sectors, including renewables, power and utilities, water and wastewater, digital infrastructure, and transportation, among others.

Hardik Shah, a Partner on KKR’s Infrastructure team based in Mumbai, said, “As Asia accounts for more than 60% of global growth, driven by rising domestic consumption and productivity, rapid urbanization, and an enormous emerging middle class, the need for new infrastructure and sustainable energy sources will continue to accelerate. We believe this backdrop presents a significant opportunity for value-added private infrastructure investors, and we welcome the chance to invest behind the development and success of critical infrastructure across Asia Pacific.”

Keith Kim, a Partner on KKR’s infrastructure team based in Seoul, said, “Our ability to create investment opportunities and successfully fundraise in a challenging macro environment reflects the strength of our localized teams who have a deep understanding of the markets and business landscapes where we invest, as well as KKR’s global expertise and capabilities. We are pleased to significantly deepen our commitment to Asia’s infrastructure sector through the Fund.”

The Fund received strong backing from a diverse group of new and existing prominent global investors across the world, including public and corporate pensions, sovereign wealth funds, insurance companies, endowment funds, and asset managers.

Brandon Donnenfeld, a Managing Director in KKR Global Client Solutions added, “KKR has built a differentiated infrastructure investing approach that combines our decades-long experience of being a value-add investor, having localized teams, and maintaining a focus on downside protection. We are honored to have the continued support from our investors and look to continue delivering strong performance for them.”

KKR first established its global infrastructure team and strategy in 2008 and has since been one of the most active infrastructure investors around the world. Today, the Firm manages approximately US$56 billion in assets under management across more than 80 infrastructure investments, and has a team of more than 90 dedicated infrastructure investment professionals globally.

Debevoise & Plimpton LLP represented KKR as primary fund counsel for this fundraise.

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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+1 212-750-8300
Media@kkr.com

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Cinven raises $14.5 billion for the Eighth Cinven Fund

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  • Cinven has achieved the hard cap for the Eighth Cinven Fund, raising $14.5 billion (€13.2 billion)
  • Fund 8 is nearly 30% larger than its 2019 vintage predecessor fund, Fund 7
  • Cinven benefitted from a strong re-up rate from its longstanding Limited Partners, and welcomed a number of new investors to its global Limited Partner base
  • The success of Cinven’s fundraise was underscored by the strength of its long-term track record that has returned proceeds of c. €47 billion to the Cinven Funds; the depth and experience of its team; and the consistency of its strategy of building long-term, sustainable businesses with global growth opportunities

International private equity firm Cinven announces the final close of its latest flagship fund, the Eighth Cinven Fund (‘Fund 8’), having raised $14.5 billion (€13.2 billion) and reached the hard cap. Fund 8 is nearly 30% larger than its 2019 vintage predecessor fund, Fund 7, for which Cinven also reached the hard cap.

 

Over the course of its almost 50-year history, Cinven has focused on building world class companies using its sector expertise. Cinven has built deep, embedded local networks across Europe and has a growing presence in North America. Cinven’s international team works closely together in a Sector-Regional approach to execute its proven investment strategy to create strong and stable returns for its investors. Cinven’s ‘one team’ culture is fundamental to the firm’s values, philosophy and ethos, and the success of the Fund 8 raise demonstrates the continued strong support by Cinven’s Limited Partners for its team and investment approach.

 

Stuart McAlpine, Managing Partner of Cinven, said:

 

“Cinven has a long and proven track record of delivering strong and consistent performance to our investors. Our strategy for Fund 8 builds on the approach we have successfully deployed for previous Cinven Funds, investing in control positions in growth-oriented, market leading, cash generative companies with resilient characteristics where we can accelerate growth through our active management, and deliver break-out returns. We are very grateful to our Limited Partners for their continued support, and believe the investment opportunity for Fund 8 is very compelling.”

 

Alexandra Hess, Partner of Cinven and Head of Investor Relations, added:

 

“We greatly appreciate the support for Fund 8 that we have received from both longstanding and new investors. With their support, we have been able to complete another successful fundraise despite the difficult market backdrop. We believe market environments such as these support successful fund vintages for investors; particularly given Cinven’s experience identifying attractive opportunities across sectors and geographies in periods of volatility.”

 

Cinven seeks to build long-term, sustainable businesses which will grow, provide employment and generate economic benefit in an environmentally and socially responsible manner. At its core is a long and proven track record of investing successfully through economic cycles.

 

The Cinven Funds have completed investments in more than 150 portfolio companies across Europe and in North America, realised or listed more than 115 investments and returned proceeds of c. €47 billion to the Cinven Funds.

 

Originally founded as the private investment arm of the British Coal pension scheme in 1977, Cinven became independent in 1995; raised its first Fund in 1996; and has raised Funds of more than €50 billion in aggregate to date.

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KKR Closes $2.8 Billion Global Impact Fund II

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Second Impact Fund More than Doubles Size of First,
Underscores Commitment to Contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)– KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced the final closing of KKR Global Impact Fund II (“GIF II” or the “Fund”), a $2.8 billion fund dedicated to investing in companies whose products and services contribute measurable progress toward the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (“SDGs”). The Fund is the successor fund to the first KKR Global Impact Fund.

“We launched KKR Global Impact in 2018 because we saw an opportunity to invest behind proven companies that deliver scalable, commercial solutions to global problems,” said Robert Antablin, KKR Partner and Co-Head of KKR Global Impact. “Since then, that opportunity set has continued to grow, and we are thrilled with the outcomes our portfolio companies have been able to achieve. We are grateful for the support of our investors who share our conviction in this space, which we believe is well placed given the strong performance of our first fund.”

Global Impact contributes to the SDGs by investing in companies where financial performance and positive societal impact are aligned, with a focus on four key investment themes: Climate Action, Sustainable Living, Lifelong Learning, and Inclusive Growth. These themes seek to address critical and locally-relevant challenges, including climate change and its consequences, reliance on non-renewable resources and increasing waste, lack of access to quality education and the widening skills gap, and social and economic inequality.

“Globally, there is increased urgency to solve some of the world’s greatest challenges, such as the energy transition, supply chain resiliency, digitization and a shortage of skilled workers. For example, analysis by KKR Global Impact portfolio company Lightcast found that the skills requested for the average U.S. job have changed 37% since 2016, requiring a significant acceleration of upskilling1,” said Ken Mehlman, KKR Partner and Co-Head of KKR Global Impact. “We believe our Global Impact strategy is well-positioned to invest behind these macro tailwinds.”

The dedicated KKR Global Impact team is comprised of more than 20 people and is supported by KKR’s full suite of global resources, which allows the team to offer more than just capital to support companies. Since its launch in 2018, KKR Global Impact has invested in 18 companies including GreenCollar, CoolIT, Advanta, Lightcast (formerly known as Emsi Burning Glass), and CMC Machinery.

The Fund received strong backing from a diverse group of new and existing global investors, including public pensions, family offices, insurance companies, and other institutional investors. KKR will be investing $250 million of capital in the Fund alongside investors through the Firm’s balance sheet, affiliates and employee commitments.

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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1 Lightcast. “New Report Measures Blazing Pace of Skills Change,” May 2022.

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KKR Closes Third Tech Growth Fund At Nearly $3 Billion

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Latest Fund Represents KKR’s Largest Commitment to the Technology Growth Equity Sector

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)– KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced the final close of KKR Next Generation Technology Growth Fund III (“NGT III” or the “Fund”), an approximately $3 billion fund focused on investing in leading growth technology companies across North America, Europe and Israel.

NGT III is the successor to the firm’s NGT I and NGT II growth funds. It continues KKR’s strategy of supporting high-growth technology companies by providing equity capital and access to the firm’s global capabilities and network.

The new fund comes at a time of accelerated digital transformation within enterprises globally, the next evolution of AI applications and the increasing adoption of technology in consumers’ daily lives. This has created an environment that will enable many new growth technology companies to emerge and scale.

“Even in challenging market environments, focusing on investing in technology that solves for the real needs of companies creates a long-term opportunity for performance. We’ve seen firsthand that innovation is a critical driver of investment returns,” said Dave Welsh, KKR Partner & Global Head of Tech Growth. “With the new fund, we are deepening our commitment to investing in leading companies that are advancing digital transformation by helping businesses operate and serve their customers better, and more securely.”

“KKR’s deep network of global resources has made us a partner of choice for some of the most innovative technology companies in the world, and our experience in the space has demonstrated a proven ability to add value and scale growing businesses,” said Jake Heller, Partner & Head of Tech Growth, Americas.

“Innovation across verticals coupled with organizations’ increasing reliance on technology has created an environment that is ripe for entrepreneurs to build sustainable and attractive business models. We see significant opportunity to continue partnering with the entrepreneurs leading these businesses and helping them achieve their growth ambitions,” said Stephen Shanley, Partner & Head of Tech Growth, Europe.

The Fund received strong support from a diverse group of both new and existing investors globally, including public pension plans, sovereign wealth funds, insurance companies, financial institutions, endowments, private wealth and fintech platforms, family offices and high-net-worth individual investors. KKR will be investing approximately $435 million of capital in the Fund alongside investors through the Firm’s balance sheet, affiliates and employee commitments.

KKR has established a proven track record of supporting technology-focused growth companies, having invested over $21.6 billion in related investments since 2014 and built a dedicated global team of more than 35 investment professionals with deep technology growth equity expertise. The Firm has executed several transactions as part of its tech growth strategy, including DarkTrace, KnowBe4, 09, Onestream, OutSystems, NetSPI and Restaurant365.

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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GTCR Closes $11.5 Billion Fund XIV

Fund to Support Management in Executing Upon Growth and Transformation
CHICAGO, IL — May 23, 2023

GTCR, a leading private equity firm, today announced the closing of GTCR Fund XIV (“Fund XIV” or the “Fund”), with aggregate commitments of $11.5 billion. The Fund, which had an initial target of $9.25 billion, reached its hard cap. The Fund includes total limited partner commitments of $11.0 billion and a commitment from GTCR of approximately $500 million. The predecessor fund, GTCR Fund XIII, was raised and initiated in 2020 with aggregate commitments of approximately $7.9 billion.

The Fund received strong support from limited partners in prior GTCR funds, many of whom have invested with the firm for decades, as well as several new investors. The diverse Fund XIV investor base includes leading global endowments and foundations, public and corporate pension plans, sovereign wealth funds, financial institutions and private wealth.

Consistent with GTCR’s investment approach, The Leaders Strategy™, Fund XIV will expand the firm’s capacity to partner with exceptional management leaders who have strong track records of value creation to identify, acquire and build market-leading companies in its core industry domains of Healthcare, Technology, Media & Telecom, Business & Consumer Services and Financial Services & Technology. GTCR’s investment approach emphasizes transformational growth to build better businesses with a long-term orientation.

On behalf of the firm, Dean Mihas and Collin Roche, Co-CEOs of GTCR, commented:

“We appreciate tremendously the support from our limited partners. That support is invaluable to us in working with our management partners to build great businesses through transformational growth and add-on acquisitions. This committed equity capital of Fund XIV positions GTCR and its investment teams with the resources to invest through periods of uncertainty and varied economic conditions.

For over four decades, GTCR’s approach has been to build deep domain expertise and broad executive relationships in our core industries. This approach enables us to partner with and support high caliber, experienced management leaders in pursuing opportunities for transformation, including corporate carve-outs, transformational mergers and growth through acquisition strategies. We also continue to build GTCR’s organization, growing our team, increasing our sourcing efforts and enhancing our ability to support management teams as they grow their businesses. We believe that our differentiated strategy, our high-quality and experienced team, and our committed capital resources position us to capitalize on unique opportunities in the current environment.”

“We are grateful for the confidence that GTCR’s limited partners have demonstrated in our team and in our strategy. We are focused on providing consistent, outstanding returns for our investors across economic environments, with a continued focus on alignment and transparency,” stated Jodi Rubenstein, Managing Director and Head of Investor Relations.

Kirkland & Ellis served as legal advisor to GTCR.

About GTCR
Founded in 1980, GTCR is a leading private equity firm that pioneered The Leaders Strategy™ – finding and partnering with management leaders in core domains to identify, acquire and build market-leading companies through organic growth and strategic acquisitions. GTCR is focused on investing in transformative growth in companies in the Business & Consumer Services, Financial Services & Technology, Healthcare and Technology, Media & Telecommunications sectors. Since its inception, GTCR has invested more than $24 billion in over 270 companies, and the firm currently manages more than $35 billion in equity capital. GTCR is based in Chicago with offices in New York and West Palm Beach. For more information, please visit www.gtcr.com. Follow us on LinkedIn.

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312.382.2202
jodi.rubenstein@gtcr.com

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Waterland announces closing of two new funds with €4.0 billion in capital raised in four months

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Waterland Private Equity Investments (“Waterland”) is pleased to announce the closing of its ninth institutional flagship fund, Waterland Private Equity Fund IX (“WPEF IX”) at € 3.5 billion, alongside Waterland Partnership Fund I (“WPF I”) at € 500 million. The funds closed at their respective hard caps four months after initial launch.

The fundraise attracted commitments from world-class institutional investors globally. The investor base for both funds is well diversified by geography, consisting of investors across Europe, North America, the Middle East and Asia Pacific. By investor type it consists of asset managers, public and private pension funds, insurance companies, sovereign wealth funds, endowments, foundations and family offices, amongst others.

Both funds were oversubscribed with demand significantly exceeding the fundraising targets. This is attributable to continued strong support from existing investors combined with significant interest from new investors.

WPEF IX expects to make investments in medium-sized companies in fragmented growth markets in Europe to finance organic and acquisitive growth. This is a continuation of the successful buy-and-build investment strategy applied to the firm’s prior funds over the last two decades. WPF I is a natural extension of the Waterland platform. WPF I expects to make minority investments in a very select number of Waterland portfolio companies when these are exited.

“The fundraisings for WPEF IX and WPF I have been a great success in a challenging fundraising market. It is a significant achievement for us to have closed both funds in just four months. We remain thankful for the strong support of our existing and new investors and their confidence in our team and strategy. We look forward to making investments with both funds and continue to see many attractive opportunities in our target region despite the volatile macro environment.” said Frank Vlayen, Group Managing Partner.

“We are grateful and humbled by this strong vote of confidence by our investors. We are looking forward to partnering closely with ambitious management teams across Europe to jointly execute buy-and-build programs. We will also continue to invest in our own firm to further strengthen our position as a leading local buy-and-build investor in Europe across our integrated network of 13 European offices.” said Cedric Van Cauwenberghe, incoming Group Managing Partner. As previously announced, Cedric Van Cauwenberghe will succeed Frank Vlayen as new Group Managing Partner of the firm later this year.

Marc Lutgen, Head of Investor Relations, said: “We are grateful for the strong support from existing and new LPs for this dual fundraise, despite the challenges faced by many investors in the past year. We look forward to a fruitful partnership as we strive to continue to deliver exceptional returns for our investors.”

Evercore Private Funds Group acted as the global strategic fundraising adviser for Waterland. Kirkland & Ellis International LLP acted as the global legal, tax and regulatory counsel. De Brauw Blackstone Westbroek N.V. acted as Dutch legal and regulatory counsel. Matheson LLP acted as Irish legal, tax and regulatory counsel.

About Waterland
Waterland is an independent European private equity investment group that supports entrepreneurs in realizing their growth ambitions. Waterland currently manages over € 14 billion of investor commitments and has made over 950 acquisitions, including over 150 platform investments and over 800 add-ons. Since its founding in 1999, Waterland has grown to more than 170 professionals operating across 13 offices in 11 countries. Waterland is a licensed Alternative Investment Fund Manager only offering interests to professional investors and is under the supervision of the Dutch Financial Services Authority (AFM).

For further information please contact:
Marc Lutgen, Head of Investor Relations, Waterland, lutgen@waterland.nu

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CVC Credit closes €400 million for eighth Performing Credit vehicle of 2022

CVC Capital Partners

CVC Credit is pleased to announce that it has successfully closed the Cordatus Opportunity Loan Fund, a long-term financing facility structured similarly to a Collateralised Loan Obligation (CLO), with expected purchasing capacity of c.€400m notional of leveraged credit. To date the fund has ramped c.€175m of assets at an average price of 91.9%.

The fund was raised in partnership with Royal Bank of Canada and a strategic third-party investor, and will increase the aggregate value of new assets raised in 2022 across the CVC Credit CLO Platform to nearly €3.6bn (c.$3.8bn), despite volatile market conditions.

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A new EUR 60 million fund by Saari Partners, focus on service companies

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The new fund, Saari II, will make majority investments in service SMEs operating in traditional sectors. With special knowhow in branding and digitalisation, Saari Partners strives making its portfolio companies the frontrunners in their sectors.

Investors in Saari II include European Investment Fund (EIF), Nordea Life Assurance Finland Ltd, Elo Mutual Pension Insurance Company, Konstsamfundet, Tesi and the KRR fund-of-fund it manages, in addition to small investors. The fundraising continues in 2023.

”Saari Partners invests in growing Finnish small companies focusing on the service sector. It has gotten a good start, and their first exit shows that their investment strategy is showing results. Saari has excellent know-how in digitalization and branding, and this is transferred to their portfolio companies”, comments Tapio Passinen, Investment Director on Tesi’s Investment Funds team.

Both Tesi and KRR also invested in the first fund by Saari Partners.

 

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Tapio Passinen, Investment Director, Fund Investments
tapio.passinen@tesi.fi
+358 40 840 3681

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