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UBS played a significant role in triggering investor withdrawals from a flagship Blue Owl private credit fund after advising some wealth management clients to reduce their exposure to the asset class, according to a report by the Financial Times.
Capital raising for North American private credit funds recovered strongly during the second quarter of 2026, even as direct lending activity slowed significantly, highlighting a growing gap between investor commitments and the pace at which managers are deploying capital, according to a report by Reuters.
European growth deeptech investor Jolt Capital has appointed Charles Bernheim as value creation partner, marking the firm’s first hire in Germany as it expands its operational support capabilities for portfolio companies.
The European Systemic Risk Board is assessing the potential risks posed by Europe’s fast-growing private credit market, with the possibility of recommending stronger regulatory oversight of the sector, according to a report by Reuters citing a senior adviser involved in the review.
Blue Wolf Capital Partners has appointed Anne Bailey as Lead Operating Partner, strengthening its senior leadership team as the private equity firm continues to focus on operational value creation across its healthcare and industrial portfolio.
Apollo Global Management has emerged as a bidder for easyJet, submitting a £5.7bn takeover proposal that exceeds the latest offer from rival private equity firm Castlelake and intensifies the battle for control of the UK low-cost airline, according to a report by Bloomberg.
Biotechnology mergers and acquisitions are gathering pace across both public and private markets, with activity extending well beyond the largest headline-grabbing transactions, according to a a report by Bloomberg citing a senior Paul Weiss executive.
Japanese HR software company SmartHR has reportedly postponed its planned initial public offering until at least 2027 after prospective investors raised concerns over the valuation sought for the business, according to a report by Bloomberg.
Biopharma-focused private equity firm Jeito Capital has strengthened its investment team and expanded its UK presence with the appointments of Magdalena Jonikas as partner and Anastasiya Sybirna as principal.
The UK takeover timetable for Epiris’ acquisition of Gamma Communications has been extended again, giving the private equity firm until 5 August to decide whether to submit a formal acquisition offer for the telecommunications provider, according to a report by Reuters.
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