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Blackstone, Carlyle and KKR are raising multi-billion funds for Asian acquisitions, much of which they will likely invest in China.

PE firms raising healthcare funds and strategic buyers divesting assets are among the deal drivers in the sector.

Finance should play a leadership role in post-merger integration, rather than just handling follow-up and reporting activities.

Adding or improving a portfolio company’s new product development function can lead to better returns post-transaction.

Nike is buying Invertex and Zodiac to bolster its digital capabilities and better understand customers through analytics and imaging technology.

Running paid campaigns and having a social media presence can help firms get their names out there.

Reimbursement cuts from insurance providers have accelerated dealmaking.

Full integration probably takes three times longer than expected; acquiring companies must be persistent.

Private equity investments in U.S. business-to-business companies reached nearly $140 billion in 2017.

Under the new tax rules, fund managers should consider the potential pitfalls associated with their traditional structures to ensure the favorable long term capital gain treatment is obtained.