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Mubadala and Fortress forge $1bn private credit partnership

Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala Investment Company has formed a $1bn strategic alliance with Fortress Investment Group, targeting opportunities across private credit, asset-based finance, and real estate lending, according to a report by Reuters citing a joint statement released on Thursday.

Capital Group, KKR secure SEC approval for retail credit funds

Capital Group and KKR have received regulatory clearance from the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to launch two co-branded credit funds, marking a significant milestone in their strategic partnership aimed at expanding access to private credit among retail investors, according to a report by Bloomberg.

KKR taps Morgan Stanley for potential Logisteed IPO in Tokyo

Global investment firm KKR has mandated Morgan Stanley to support preparations for a potential IPO of Logisteed, a Japanese logistics business formerly known as Hitachi Transport System, according to a report by Bloomberg citing sources familiar with the matter.

Harvard eyes $1bn PE secondary sale

Harvard University is in advanced discussions to offload approximately $1bn worth of private equity fund stakes in a secondary market transaction, as the Ivy League institution continues to actively manage its $53bn endowment, according to a report by Reuters.

PE giants circle UK lender NewDay as buyout interest builds

Private equity firms are eyeing a potential carve-out or full acquisition of UK-based consumer credit provider NewDay Group, with bids reportedly being prepared by a Bain Capital-led consortium, as well as global investment heavyweights KKR and Pimco, according to a report by Sky News.

GTCR sells stake in Ultimus to Stone Point Capital

Stone Point Capital has partnered with GTCR to invest in Ultimus Fund Solutions, a fund administration services provider. GTCR Fund XIV and Stone Point-managed funds will recapitalise the business, providing full liquidity to GTCR Fund XII.

KKR taps direct lenders for Karo Healthcare buyout

KKR has secured approximately €1.1bn in unitranche financing from a group of direct lenders to support its acquisition of Karo Healthcare, opting to bypass a traditional syndicated loan package initially arranged by a group of banks, according to a report by Bloomberg.

New Mountain Capital-backed Grant Thornton US accelerates global growth

Grant Thornton US is pursuing a bold international expansion strategy, acquiring more than half a dozen member firms across Europe and the Middle East, as it seeks to reshape its global footprint under the ownership of private equity firm New Mountain Capital, according to a report by the Financial Times.

PSG, 2ndWave Software to acquire Fortra’s JAMS

Growth equity firm PSG, in combination with 2ndWave Software, have agreed to acquire JAMS, a workload automation and job scheduling solution, from Fortra, a provider of cybersecurity solutions backed by TA Associates, among other investors.

Wise Road weighs $3bn UTAC Holdings sale

Wise Road Capital is exploring a potential sale of UTAC Holdings, a Singapore-based semiconductor assembly and testing specialist, according to a report by Bloomberg citing sources familiar with the matter.

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