Luxembourg
Benelux unquote” October 2012
After the Dutch government collapsed in April, the country faced its fifth general election since the turn of the century on 12 September.
Benelux unquote” September 2012
At the end of 2011, key players in the Dutch and Belgian private equity markets had mixed views about the market and how it would develop in the eye of the eurozone crisis and looming regulatory constraints.
Gimv reshapes strategy to boost future growth
Belgian GP Gimv has announced an overhaul of its strategic orientation and management team, in order to strengthen its position in the industry.
Benelux unquote” July/August 2012
Luxembourg is Europe’s onshore tax haven. Like Ireland, the small country offers a whole array of tax exemptions, including duties charged on capital gains, dividends and VAT.
Benelux unquote" June 2012
The latest market report from the Dutch private equity association (NVP) shows that GPs in the Netherlands have strengthened their position between 2010 to 2011.
Benelux unquote" May 2012
For a long time, women have been underrepresented in the financial services sector, particularly in leadership roles.
Benelux unquote" April 2012
In the US, the housing market continues to struggle years after the bubble burst. Property prices continue to fall and home owners are defaulting on their mortgages. As a result, more houses remain empty and on the market, while their value decreases...
Mangrove Capital Partners hires ex-FC Barcelona vice-chairman
Marc Ingla has joined Luxembourg-based VC firm Mangrove Capital Partners as a partner.
Benelux unquote” March 2012
The Benelux region has had a rather calm start to 2012. The region has quietened down for the moment, particularly in terms of buyouts.
Kinetic Partners expands into Luxembourg
Advisory firm Kinetic Partners has acquired Luxembourg-based fund advisory firm AB Fund Services.
Benelux unquote” February 2012
The past year has seen a minor recovery for the Benelux countries, at a time when other European regions are struggling.
Benelux unquote” November/December 2011
Secondary buyouts will dominate the market for the foreseeable future, say 47% of respondents to a Grant Thornton survey. It is not surprising that volatile markets and a possible double-dip recession have had a notable impact on the private equity industry.
Bencis raises €408m for fourth buyout fund
Bencis Capital's latest fund has closed at €8m above target.
Benelux unquote” October 2011
After a promising start, buyout activity in Europe might slow down even further in the fourth quarter of 2011 and risks falling behind last year’s levels.
BeCapital closes maiden fund on €150m
Luxembourg-based BeCapital has announced the final closing of its first fund on €150m, exceeding its €100m target.
Benelux unquote" September 2011
unquote” has learned that fund-of-funds Capital Dynamics has seen a number of departures recently, some of which stemmed from the recent closure of its Switzerland-focused investments in clean-tech.
Benelux unquote" July/August 2011
Just a few months after closing what many call Europe’s most impressive fund of the year, Montagu is waving goodbye to two directors, unquote” has learned from sources close to the fund.
Carlyle seeks assistance for RAC
Less than two months after signing the £1bn deal, Carlyle is reportedly looking to syndicate down equity in UK vehicle recovery business RAC to other investors.
Benelux unquote" June 2011
The auction process for Parcom Capital-owned ticketing company See Tickets has now reached a second round of bidding, according to media reports.
GE Capital appoints Ruud Kole
GE Capital has appointed Ruud Kole as executive director for the European leveraged finance unit and will be based in London.
Benelux unquote" May 2011
European mid-market investor ABN AMRO Capital (AAC) and the management of RP Holidays have sold their majority stake in the Dutch company to Gilde Buy Out Partners.
Benelux unquote" April 2011
Alpha Private Equity and AlpInvest Partners have purchased Dutch optical retail chain Hans Anders from Gilde and Comnaar investments.
IK acquires Offshore Inc to merge with Vistra
IK Investment Partners has acquired the Offshore Incorporations group of companies from The Carlyle Group.
Benelux unquote" March 2011
GIMV has made a €60m PIPE investment in listed Belgian frozen food producer PinguinLutosa.