In fact, nearly half of the woman and minority - owned buyout firms in the market in 2017 were first - time funds, five of which were woman - owned firms. (fairviewcapital.com)
There was also a notable increase in new buyout firm formation. (fairviewcapital.com)
Private funds are seeking a record $ 32 billion for commercial - property debt as buyout firms, real estate investment trusts and hedge funds expand lending. (nreionline.com)