Ares raises $4.2bn for first structured solutions secondaries fund
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What this means for your business
Ares Management raises $4.2bn for its first structured solutions secondaries fund, exceeding target. Who it reaches: UK SMEs backed by these private equity managers may see more flexible refinancing, delayed exits, or sponsor support for working capital, directly affecting their cost of capital and operational runway.
- Step 1 · The triggerAres Management raises $4.2bn for a structured solutions secondaries fund, responding to private equity managers' demand for alternative capital.
- Step 2 · Knock-onPrivate equity managers gain access to new liquidity and refinancing options for their portfolio companies.
- Step 3 · Reaches youUK SMEs backed by these private equity managers may see more flexible refinancing, delayed exits, or sponsor support for working capital, directly affecting their cost of capital and operational runway.
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Key takeaway
Ares Management raises $4.2bn for its first structured solutions secondaries fund, exceeding target.
Named in this analysis
Companies: Intermediate Capital Group plc, Ares Management, Lloyds Banking Group plc
Source: Private Equity Wire
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