Latest Private Equity News

EQT has reaffirmed its intention to acquire AUB Group at $45 per share, extending its exclusivity period for due diligence by two weeks. While the proposal remains non-binding, this development keeps acquisition talks firmly on the table.

Perpetual Limited has taken a significant step by entering an exclusivity agreement with Bain Capital Private Equity to explore selling its Wealth Management business, though no deal is guaranteed.

Tyro Payments has appointed Nigel Lee as its new CEO, bringing over 25 years of global fintech and payments expertise to lead the company from January 2026. The leadership change signals a strategic push for growth and innovation in Australia’s competitive payments landscape.

Pepper Money and KKR have agreed to acquire Westpac’s RAMS home loan portfolio, marking a significant move in Australia’s mortgage servicing landscape. The $21.4 billion portfolio acquisition aligns with Pepper Money’s strategy to expand its capital-light servicing business.

Visionflex Group reported a $999,000 cash outflow for Q1 2025 but bolstered its liquidity with $1.9 million in financing, including plans to convert $3 million of convertible notes into equity pending shareholder approval.

Visionflex Group has converted $3.25 million of debt into equity at a 100% premium, emerging debt-free and poised for growth. The company’s Q1 FY26 results show a 34% increase in annual recurring revenue, supported by new product launches targeting the expanding virtual healthcare market.

Domino’s Pizza Enterprises has responded to an ASX price query following a sharp rise in its share price and trading volume, denying any undisclosed acquisition talks despite market speculation.

AUB Group Limited has disclosed a conditional, non-binding proposal from an EQT affiliate to acquire the company at $45 per share, following unusual trading activity and media reports.

360 Capital Group has launched its new private equity fund, marking its debut acquisition with a $49.9 million Sydney apartment complex purchase. The fund combines equity from wholesale investors, bank debt, and structured equity to finance the deal.

360 Capital REIT has completed a $10 million structured equity investment in a new Sydney apartment project, boosting its FY26 earnings forecast by 10% without raising capital.

Pinnacle Investment Management has secured a strategic foothold in Japan’s private markets by acquiring up to 13% of Advantage Partners, complementing its strong FY25 growth and global expansion ambitions.

Bailador Technology Investments reported a robust FY25 with a 33% gross IRR from its private portfolio, $41 million deployed in new and follow-on investments, and a strong final dividend of 3.6 cents per share.