Advent raises $30 billion for latest buyout, mid-market funds
Advent raised $30bn across its fund complex, including close to $27bn for Advent International GPE XI, which surpassed its $26bn target. The firm also raised more than $3bn for a new mid-market strategy and returned about $13bn to investors across 27 businesses in 2026.
Wendy’s Shares Rise 15% Following $1.4 Billion Takeover Proposal From Trian Fund Management
Funds managed by Trian Fund Management, BlueFive Capital, Flynn Group and Sixth Street Partners submitted a non-binding proposal to acquire the remaining 83.70% stake in The Wendy's Company for $1.2 billion.
Disruptive raises $10B fund to make big bets on at least 10 companies
Disruptive has raised $10bn for its first flagship blind-pool fund, which will back at least 10 late-stage companies with checks of up to $1bn in AI, computing infrastructure and defense. The firm had already secured at least $7.5bn in commitments before the close, per the Wall Street Journal.
Ares Capital seals $2.6 billion deal for Apollo's MFIC as consolidation continues
Ares Capital will acquire Apollo's MidCap Financial Investment Corporation in a $2.6bn cash-and-stock deal valued at $10.88 per share, a premium of more than 30%. The combined direct lending portfolio would span more than 800 companies, with closing expected in the first half of 2027.
Tree Line closes $680m continuation vehicle
Tree Line Capital Partners closed a $680m private credit continuation vehicle with PGIM and LGT Capital Partners as co-lead investors, providing liquidity to investors across its direct lending funds.
GTCR closes in on $15bn hard-cap for Fund XV
GTCR is closing in on a $15 billion hard cap for Fund XV.