Czech Republic
Mid Europa seeking funds, placement agent
The fundraising trail is heating up across Europe, with CEE no exception.
KBC sells Novaservis for 25%+ IRR
KBC Private Equity has sold Czech bathroom fittings maker Novaservis a.s. in a €48m trade sale to Polish business Ferro.
CEE deals, LP interest on the rise
The market in Central & Eastern Europe is picking up, with more deals expected and more LPs ready to back them.
Central and Eastern Europe – A Continuing Opportunity
Nearly two decades of investment history, superior returns, a universe of experienced fund managers т yet Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) is neglected by many LPs. Henry Potter and Peter Wolfers of Alpha Associates discuss the characteristics of the...
CEE market: Catching up fast
The unquote” Central and Eastern Europe Congress, held today in London, gave delegates a valuable insight into the reshaping of the PE landscape post-crisis, and the new investment opportunities arising as the region catches up fast on the way to recovery....
Prospects for CEE: have your say
As Europe emerges from recession, what are the prospects for Central and Eastern Europe?
Mid Europa sells České Radiokomunikace
Mid Europa Partners has announced it is to sell České Radiokomunikace to a consortium of funds managed by Macquarie for approximately €574m.
ARX invests in Bochemie Group
ARX Equity Partners has taken a minority stake in Czech chemicals company Bochemie Group.
Intel Capital and MCI invest €10m MALL.CZ
Intel Capital has led a €10m investment round alongside private equity group MCI for e-commerce site MALL.CZ.
Summit backs avast! with $100m
Summit Partners has invested $100m growth capital for a minority stake in Czech software vendor avast!
CEE: The dark horse of private equity
Overlooked by many LPs, the CEE private equity market could reach a canter before its Western neighbours as it emerges from the recession. Julian Longhurst reports.