Category Archives: Private Equity

“Jane Street Enters Physical Commodities Arena, Signaling Strategic Pivot”

(HedgeCo.Net) Jane Street, long known for its prowess in algorithmic and derivatives trading, is quietly making a move into physical commodities, particularly U.S. natural gas. This marks a striking strategic expansion beyond its traditional domain. Financial Times According to disclosures, Jane […]

Portfolio Mix Rebalancing: Alternatives Move to the Core of Asset Allocation

(HedgeCo.Net) The classic stock?bond mix (often 60/40 or 70/30) is under scrutiny. Rising market volatility, inflation concerns, and changes in interest?rate expectations are pushing investors to rethink what “core” in a portfolio really means. Increasingly, alternative investments (private equity, real […]

Major Firms Push to Democratize Alternatives via Retail & Retirement Channels

(HedgeCo.Net) Large investment firms are accelerating efforts to offer alternative strategies more broadly—particularly into retail and retirement channels. This could meaningfully reconfigure how “liquid alternatives” are distributed and perceived. A recent Reuters piece reported that Goldman Sachs and T. Rowe […]

Point72 Deploys Hedge Capital into AI Health, Leading $65M Round

Steve Cohen’s Point72 arm is showing how hedge funds are increasingly crossing into direct investment territory. Late yesterday, Point72 Private Investments led a $65 million Series B round into Heidi, an AI-powered health startup. The infusion not only strengthens Heidi’s […]

Hughes & Company Seals $260 Million Fund II, Eyeing Healthcare Disruption

Chicago-based Hughes & Company is popping the champagne after closing its second private equity fund at $260 million, blowing past initial goals in a competitive landscape. Specializing in healthcare services and tech, the firm plans to deploy this war chest […]

Arctos Partners Scores Big with Launch of Sports-Focused Capital Platform

Private equity powerhouse Arctos Partners is stepping up to the plate with Arctos Capital Markets, a groundbreaking platform dedicated to sports team ownership and equity deals. Announced today, this venture aims to bridge investors with lucrative opportunities in professional leagues, […]

Gemspring Capital Hits $1.1 Billion Milestone with New Growth Fund Close

Westport’s Gemspring Capital is celebrating a major win today, sealing its second Growth Solutions Fund at a hefty $1.1 billion—surpassing targets and signaling robust investor confidence in mid-market plays. With $5 billion now under management, the private equity firm is […]

Cerebras Systems Bags $1.1 Billion in Fresh Funding, Delaying IPO Dreams

Just when the tech world thought Cerebras Systems was headed for the stock market, the AI chipmaker pulls off a jaw-dropping $1.1 billion private funding round. A year after filing for an IPO, the Nvidia challenger is staying private longer, […]

Revival of Mega Leveraged Buyouts: Private Equity and Sovereign Funds Lead the Charge

In a stunning resurgence that’s shaking up the financial world, leveraged buyouts (LBOs) are roaring back to life after a prolonged slump. Private equity giants and deep-pocketed sovereign wealth funds are at the helm, pouring billions into massive deals that […]

What’s Next for Tech Companies in 2025

(HedgeCo.Net) As we move into 2025, the technology sector is set for another transformative year. With rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, the growing prominence of quantum computing, and the continuous evolution of digital privacy and security, tech companies must navigate […]

Venture Capital Daily News Summary

Bessemer’s India Push: Bessemer Venture Partners raised $350 million for its second India-focused fund, targeting AI-enabled businesses, fintech, and direct-to-consumer brands. Announced earlier this week, the fund will begin allocations in mid-2025, reflecting a bullish outlook on India’s startup ecosystem […]

Private Equity Daily News Summary

Family Offices Shift to Private Equity: A transformation in family office investment strategies is gaining attention today. UBS’s Global Entrepreneur Report 2025 notes that 47% of U.S. entrepreneurs plan to engage in private equity or angel investing, blurring lines between […]