David Blitzer, the head of Blackstone's $37bn Tactical Opportunities unit targeting non-traditional PE and debt deals, is stepping back from day-to-day management of the business arm.
Energy and manufacturing-focused Pelican Energy Partners has soared past its target for a new fund targeting nuclear services companies, reaching $450m at final close.
Lower mid-market private debt manager Beechbrook has raised more than £150m for the first close of its UK SME Credit IV fund, including separately managed accounts.
Private markets index fund manager NewVest has raised $180m for its sophomore PE fund - making it more than 30% larger than its debut vehicle in the strategy.
New York private equity firm CC Capital has brought in former Coller Capital, CVC and Tikehau Capital investor relations specialist Rabeeh Ajjour as head of fundraising and IR.