From the Editors

The environment for private equity is particularly dynamic at the moment. Geopolitical developments are impacting market access and conditions, while regulatory and policy changes bring new—and sometimes more favorable—compliance requirements. And new vehicles and opportunities emerge to allow capital to be put to use under a range of investment strategies.

This issue of the Private Equity Report explores several recent developments, changes and opportunities relevant to private equity sponsors, investors, partners and managers.

• Private Equity and the Insurance Industry: A Close Look at a Natural Partnership
• European Commission Incentivises Insurance Companies to Invest in European Companies
• PE Investing After FIRRMA: Considerations for Sponsors and Investors
• Delaware M&A Appraisal After DFC, Dell and Aruba
• SEC Pares Back Required Content for Exhibit Filings: Takeaways for PE
• Brexit: The European Union Prepares for the Day When the UK Leaves
• Global Fund Finance Symposium – a 10-point Summary of the NAV/Hybrid Facilities Panel

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