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Arcline-backed Arxis reports revenue rise in IPO plans

Arxis, an aerospace and defence components manufacturer backed by private equity firm Arcline Investment Management, has filed for a US initial public offering, reporting a sharp increase in revenue ahead of a potential listing, according to a report by Reuters.

Consortium including Blackstone buys IPL franchise for $1.8bn

A consortium led by India’s Aditya Birla Group has agreed to acquire Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in a transaction valuing the franchise at approximately $1.8bn, according to a report by Bloomberg.

Kleiner Perkins raises $3.5bn for AI-focused funds

Kleiner Perkins has raised $3.5bn in new capital to back artificial intelligence-driven companies, with $1bn allocated to its 22nd early-stage fund and $2.5bn earmarked for growth-stage investments, according to a report by Bloomberg.

Apollo to acquire Nippon Sheet Glass in $3.7bn take-private deal

Apollo Global Management has agreed to acquire Nippon Sheet Glass (NSG) in a transaction valued at approximately $3.7bn, marking one of the largest private equity deals in Japan and the firm’s biggest investment in the market to date, according to a report by the Financial Times.

OpenAI offers enhanced terms to private equity in enterprise AI push

OpenAI is offering enhanced financial terms to private equity firms as it seeks to secure partnerships to accelerate enterprise adoption of its technology, intensifying competition with Anthropic, according to a report by Reuters citing people familiar with the matter.

Blackstone considering IPL stake

Blackstone is evaluating a potential minority investment in the Indian Premier League, in what would mark the firm’s first foray into sports ownership, according to a report by Bloomberg citing people familiar with the matter.

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