Several big buyouts have collapsed as a result of the liquidity crunch. For private equity firms, getting out of a broken deal can be a long and painful process.
6 min read · 12 January 2013
Investing through the cycle
2 min read · 12 January 2013
Buyouts in Australia are booming – or at least attempted buyouts are booming. Conditions unique to Australia's robust economy, institutional investor market and corporate culture have conspired to give private equity a run for its money. David Snow reports from Sydney.
5 min read · 12 January 2013
The success of the Brazilian IPO market presents private equity managers with more options and higher returns. By Jennifer Harris.
4 min read · 12 January 2013
Russia's emerging private equity market is growing up. Leverage levels are rising as deals become more mainstream and international interest grows. But investing in Russia is still a challenge for non-locals. Nicholas Lockley reports.
6 min read · 12 January 2013
The emerging markets of Asia have become compelling investment destinations on several counts: growing affluence, large populations and double-digit economic growth among them. Sharon Lim reports on their prospects.
6 min read · 12 January 2013
Despite recent turmoil in the credit markets, confidence in prospects for emerging markets remains high. By Nicholas Lockley.
3 min read · 12 January 2013
As Central and Eastern Europe comes of age as a private equity destination, Mid Europa Partners looks set to be an influential force in its continuing evolution. Andy Thomson met London-based managing partner Thierry Baudon shortly after the firm had raised a new €1.5 billion fund dedicated to the region.
10 min read · 12 January 2013
As the credit crunch curtailed activity in developed markets in 2007, Central and Eastern Europe powered forwards. Advent International's regional head sees little reason to pause in 2008.
2 min read · 12 January 2013
As the year draws to a close PEO's team has pulled out its crystal ball to take a view on 10 of the themes that will occupy the industry in 2008.
6 min read · 12 January 2013
