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Goldman Sachs targets $2 bn for first Asia PE fund; to invest in Japan, India

VCCircle

VCCircle · 1y ago

Goldman Sachs targets $2 bn for first Asia PE fund; to invest in Japan, India

Goldman Sachs aims to raise $2 billion for its first Asia Pacific-focused private equity fund, targeting investment opportunities in Japan, India, South Korea, and Australia. The fund aims to have its first close by the fourth quarter of this year. Private equity firms in Asia are adjusting their investment strategies due to geopolitical tensions, higher interest rates, market volatility, and macroeconomic challenges. Goldman Sachs' Asia private equity team, led by Stephanie Hui, has already deployed $17 billion across 242 investments in the region.

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Goldman Sachs, Mubadla to invest $1 bn in APAC private credit opportunities

Thehindubusinessline

Thehindubusinessline · 2y ago

Goldman Sachs, Mubadla to invest $1 bn in APAC private credit opportunities

Goldman Sachs and Mubadala Investment Company have entered into a $1 billion partnership to co-invest in private credit opportunities across the Asia-Pacific region, with a focus on India. The partnership will be managed by Private Credit at Goldman Sachs Alternatives, utilizing a dedicated team on the ground in multiple Asian markets. The goal is to deploy $1 billion in long-term capital, offering tailored private credit solutions for reputable companies in the region. This collaboration will allow both firms to expand their investment activities in the growing Asia-Pacific credit market.

Goldman Sachs appoints Sushil Bathija, Vikram Chavali to Asia ex-Japan M&A leadership

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VCCircle · 1y ago

Goldman Sachs appoints Sushil Bathija, Vikram Chavali to Asia ex-Japan M&A leadership

Goldman Sachs has appointed Sushil Bathija as the head of Asia ex-Japan mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and Vikram Chavali as the head of sponsors M&A in the region. Announced via an internal memo, the appointments aim to bolster the firm's regional M&A capabilities. Both Bathija and Chavali bring extensive experience and will collaborate closely with global leaders to enhance Goldman Sachs' M&A operations across Asia, excluding Japan.

India stands out; emerging markets to outperform global equities over next decade: Goldman Sachs

Economic Times

Economic Times · 7m ago

India stands out; emerging markets to outperform global equities over next decade: Goldman Sachs

Goldman Sachs forecasts that emerging markets, particularly India, are set to outperform global equities over the next decade, driven by robust earnings growth and policy reforms. The report anticipates annualized returns of 10.9% for emerging markets, surpassing the United States, Europe, Japan, and Asia ex-Japan. India's strong economic fundamentals and demographic advantages are expected to yield the highest growth at 13% CAGR. Goldman emphasizes that earnings growth will remain the primary driver of equity returns globally.

Goldman Sachs, Mubadala seal $1-bn private credit partnership; to focus on India

VCCircle

VCCircle · 2y ago

Goldman Sachs, Mubadala seal $1-bn private credit partnership; to focus on India

Goldman Sachs and Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth fund, Mubadala, have partnered in a $1 billion investment deal, targeting private credit opportunities in the Asia Pacific region. The agreement will see the two companies co-investing in various markets, with a particular focus on India. Mubadala is planning to increase its exposure to Asia by 2030, following a growing demand for customized credit solutions in the region. The partnership aims to take advantage of the diverse and rapidly expanding economies in Asia and the increasing volume of private equity deals.

Goldman Sachs snaps up PeopleStrong as Multiples PE makes an exit

VCCircle

VCCircle · 1y ago

Goldman Sachs snaps up PeopleStrong as Multiples PE makes an exit

Goldman Sachs Alternatives has acquired a majority stake in PeopleStrong, a Gurgaon-based human resources technology company, from Multiples PE. PeopleStrong offers an AI-powered SaaS platform for human capital management, serving various industries. It aims to expand its user base from over 2 million to 10 million globally. The acquisition details remain undisclosed, but Multiples PE held nearly 90% since their 2017 investment. Goldman Sachs has been a significant investor in India since 2006.

Blackstone seeks to raise at least $10 bn in new Asia PE fund, focusing on India

VCCircle

VCCircle · 1y ago

Blackstone seeks to raise at least $10 bn in new Asia PE fund, focusing on India

- Blackstone, the largest alternative asset manager, is raising a new Asia-focused private equity fund targeting at least $10 billion. - The fund will primarily focus on India, with the largest portion of capital allocated there. - China will not be included as a market for the new fund. - Japan and Australia will be significant markets, and Blackstone is exploring opportunities in South Korea and Singapore. - The fund's capital allocations may be adjusted based on the macroeconomic environment.

Japanese PE Advantage Partners set for India play, hires ex- Apollo Global exec to lead

VCCircle

VCCircle · 2y ago

Japanese PE Advantage Partners set for India play, hires ex- Apollo Global exec to lead

Japanese private equity firm Advantage Partners has hired a former executive from Apollo Global to lead its expansion into the Indian market. Advantage Partners focuses on mid-market investments in Japan and other Asian economies. The firm recently launched its first Asia (excluding Japan) buyout fund worth $380 million. With its new hire, Advantage Partners aims to strengthen its presence and capitalize on investment opportunities in India.

PAG raises $550 mn for Asia renewable energy fund from Mubadala, other investors

VCCircle

VCCircle · 2y ago

PAG raises $550 mn for Asia renewable energy fund from Mubadala, other investors

PAG, an investment firm in Asia-Pacific, has raised $550 million for its renewable energy fund, with a focus on solar power in Japan. The fund, called PAG REN I, attracted investments from pensions, sovereign wealth funds, and fund-of-funds investors. Mubadala Investment Company, an Abu Dhabi sovereign investor, made a cornerstone investment in the fund, marking its first investment in Japan's clean energy sector. The strong response to the fund reflects investor confidence in the need to transition from fossil fuels to clean energy sources in Asia. Japan requires significant annual investments to reach its renewable energy targets.

Goldman strikes $1 billion private credit deal with Mubadala

Livemint

Livemint · 2y ago

Goldman strikes $1 billion private credit deal with Mubadala

Goldman Sachs has secured a $1 billion partnership with Mubadala Investment to explore private credit opportunities in Asia, with a particular focus on India. The deal comes as investors increasingly seek exposure to the growing private credit market, which has more than doubled in size over the past five years. While Asia-Pacific is less developed in terms of private credit compared to North America and Europe, Goldman Sachs aims to expand its presence in the region. Mubadala, with around $300 billion in assets under management, plans to double its exposure to Asia by 2030.

ChrysCapital closes $2.2 Bn Fund X

Entrackr

Entrackr · 7m ago

ChrysCapital closes $2.2 Bn Fund X

ChrysCapital has closed Fund X at $2.2 billion, the largest private equity fund raised by an India-focused firm. Fund X is a 60% increase from Fund IX of $1.35 billion, closed in 2022. The firm plans to invest the capital in established companies across consumer, healthcare, financial services, enterprise technology, and industrial sectors. ChrysCapital has now raised around $8.5 billion across ten private equity funds, a continuation vehicle, and a public markets fund since 1999. It has deployed over $5.5 billion across 110 portfolio companies and realised $7.8 billion across 80 exits with a reported 3.0x ROI. Its past investments include Intas Pharmaceuticals, Mankind Pharma, GeBBS Healthcare, Infogain, NSE, and Awfis. Fund X added over 30 new global investors, including pension funds, insurers, asset managers, and family offices from Japan, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Europe, and the US. For the first time, ChrysCapital also raised capital from Indian institutional investors and large family offices. The fund reached its final close within six months of its first close. The firm plans to deploy Fund X over the next 3–4 years and has several transactions in progress. The strategy continues to focus on majority and minority investments in businesses with strong governance, clear growth levers, and defined exit visibility. ChrysCapital competes with PE firms active in India such as TPG, Bain Capital, KKR, Blackstone, Carlyle, Warburg Pincus, and Multiples.

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