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The investment firm expects the wealth channel to account for about 30% of capital raised over time, it said during its latest investor day presentation.

Fundraising as of end-September was at its highest since 2008 with some $535bn raised by 965 funds.

The investment banking giant is looking to ramp up opportunities in Europe and Asia via its asset management and wealth management units.

Despite a slight rise in rate expectations, BlackRock's chief executive still sees a 'lower for longer' environment that will be conducive for continued alternative inflows.

Early mover ADDX is providing accredited investors with access to blue chip private equity funds, including Partners Group’s €5.5bn Global Value SICAV.

Scott Nuttall and Joe Bae succeed Henry Kravis and George Roberts as co-chief executives.

Placement agents have faced big challenges in a rapidly changing market, but those that have evolved are thriving.

Private Equity International surveyed 90 fund managers and lawyers to ascertain how the industry could be affected by changes to carried interest. 

Investors generally welcome the expansion of product offerings, but are wary of misalignment and conflicts of interest in deal allocation.

The firm, which counts Madison Square Garden Company's former CEO as a co-founder, takes passive stakes in sports franchises.