UK private equity anxiety as Brexit crisis intensifies
The past month has seen unprecedented developments in UK politics, though the escalating uncertainty is bringing indicators of concern in the private equity market. Kenny Wastell reports
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BGF-backed Hobs sells Anexsys
Trade buyer Xact was acquired by JLL Partners from Clearview Capital in 2018 in an MBO
Cowen leads $60.8m round for F2G
Existing investors Novo Holdings, Morningside Ventures and Brace Pharma Capital also participate