Asian private equity to return to full force in 2012?
As it is customary for this time of the year, many of the professionals in Asian private equity are beginning to go on their holidays. While dealmaking activity continues for some of the harder working ones, it is clear that activity is becoming slower. This is, however, is a good time to reflect on the past year and ponder the 12 months ahead.
In this issue, our editorial team looks back at some of the key trends of 2011 along with supporting statistics from our research team. Top amongst the figures is the fact that Asian fundraising has reemerged...
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