News & Analysis

GPs hoping for success on the fundraising trail may want to consider creating a virtual data room for LPs to conveniently access marketing materials and a few other key investor relations strategies.

GPs subject to the FCPA now have a better understanding of when an entity is considered government-controlled, and of their liabilities in acquiring a company with past corruption problems.

An international arbitration claim has been launched by Lone Star Funds against the South Korean government, the country’s first investor-state dispute.

A case involving a portfolio company's records and PRC state secrets should make private equity more cautious with accounting practices in China.

Despite a lack of details, the UK’s implementation of the AIFM directive got off to a positive start with the FSA’s first consultation paper being largely well received by the industry.

Fiona Le Poidevin, chief executive of Guernsey Finance, explores how the dark days of the financial crisis have given rise to a new focus on improved standards.

The AIFM's strict liability requirements for depositories is being viewed as harsh and potentially dangerous by panelists at a recent industry conference.

LPs have helped the industry body create guidelines for responsible investment as well as active, engaged ownership of portfolio companies.

The private equity investment bank has expanded its New York office with the hiring of former placement agent executive Jonathan Jameson.

James Grimwood will lead the law firm's restructured UK private equity practice following the departure of two senior executives.