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Carlyle Group Signals Strong Fundraising Prospects as CFO Prepares for Dual Role

Carlyle Group's CFO John Redett is optimistic about the company's fundraising capabilities as he transitions into the role of co-president and head of its private equity platform. With plans for the ninth flagship private equity fund, Carlyle is poised to enhance management fees and build on the performance of its previous funds.

USFMDec 10, 4:27 PM
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BGF Strengthens Board with Appointment of Anita Dougall, CEO of Sagacity Solutions

BGF has appointed Anita Dougall, the co-founder and CEO of Sagacity Solutions, as a non-executive director, enhancing its board with her extensive experience in data intelligence and scaling high-growth businesses. Dougall’s appointment aligns with BGF's strategic initiative to invest £3 billion in British businesses over the next five years, with a focus on technology-led innovation and female-powered firms.

USFMDec 10, 4:27 PM
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Bally’s Secures $1.1 Billion Financing for New York Casino Project with Private Credit Backing

Bally's Corporation has secured a substantial $1.1 billion in financing commitments from private credit managers, including Ares Management, King Street Capital, and TPG Credit, to refinance existing debt and fund its proposed casino and hotel development in New York. This strategic financing follows a previous attempt to extend loan maturities that faced lender opposition.

USFMDec 10, 4:27 PM
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Putin Ally Medvedev Hails Russian Military Recruitment Drive to Meet 2026 Target

Russia has practically achieved its military recruitment targets for this year set out by President Vladimir Putin after more than 400,000 people signed contracts, according to the deputy chairman of the country’s Security Council.

Russia has practically achieved its military recruitment targets for this year set out by President Vladimir Putin after more than 400,000 people signed contracts, according to the deputy chairman of the country’s Security Council.
Bloomberg PoliticsDec 10, 4:25 PM
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FAA Chief Appears to Still Hold Airline Stock, Cantwell Says

The head of the US Federal Aviation Administration, Bryan Bedford, appears to have not divested stock in the airline he ran before joining the Trump administration, according to the top Democrat on the Senate committee overseeing the agency.

The head of the US Federal Aviation Administration, Bryan Bedford, appears to have not divested stock in the airline he ran before joining the Trump administration, according to the top Democrat on the Senate committee overseeing the agency.
Bloomberg PoliticsDec 10, 4:19 PM
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Blue Owl’s Packer Says a Revived Fund Merger Is Unlikely

Craig Packer, co-president and head of credit at Blue Owl, discusses the termination of a merger of two private credit funds, saying a rekindling of the plan is “not a very high likelihood outcome.

Craig Packer, co-president and head of credit at Blue Owl, discusses the termination of a merger of two private credit funds, saying a rekindling of the plan is “not a very high likelihood outcome.” Packer also offers insight into record inflows for the firm’s retail funds with strong performance from the software sector and enthusiasm for data centers. (Source: Bloomberg)
Bloomberg MarketsDec 10, 4:10 PM
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India Opens $177 Billion Pension Pool to Wider Investments

India’s pension regulator has broadened investment opportunities for National Pension System fund managers, allowing deeper participation in equities, bonds and alternative assets as part of a sweeping update to investment norms.

India’s pension regulator has broadened investment opportunities for National Pension System fund managers, allowing deeper participation in equities, bonds and alternative assets as part of a sweeping update to investment norms.
Bloomberg MarketsDec 10, 3:41 PM
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India Lets $177 Billion of Pensions Access Far More Assets

India’s pension regulator has broadened the scope of permitted investments, allowing deeper participation in equities, bonds and alternative assets in a sweeping update.

India’s pension regulator has broadened the scope of permitted investments, allowing deeper participation in equities, bonds and alternative assets in a sweeping update.
Bloomberg MarketsDec 10, 3:41 PM
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Trump Holds Call With Starmer, Merz, Macron Over Ukraine Talks

President Donald Trump held talks with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz as the US pushes for a deal to end Russia’s war in Ukraine.

President Donald Trump held talks with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz as the US pushes for a deal to end Russia’s war in Ukraine.
Bloomberg PoliticsDec 10, 3:37 PM
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Trump Discusses Ukraine Plan With Europeans as Talks Intensify

President Donald Trump discussed progress on Ukraine peace talks with the leaders of the UK, France and Germany as US efforts to end Russia’s invasion enter a critical stage.

President Donald Trump discussed progress on Ukraine peace talks with the leaders of the UK, France and Germany as US efforts to end Russia’s invasion enter a critical stage.
Bloomberg PoliticsDec 10, 3:37 PM