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Last updated: May 16, 2026, 8:35 AM ET

Private Equity Fund Raises

THL Partners closed its latest flagship fund with $6.35 billion in investable capital, marking one of the largest PE raises this year. THL Equity Fund X drew strong institutional support for the Boston-based firm, which has been deploying capital since its 1974 founding. Meanwhile, the Connecticut pension system anchored Artemis's fifth flagship fund, with The Hartford-based investor signaling plans to deploy $1.2 billion in real estate commitments this year while prioritizing relationships with existing managers.

Sector-Specific Strategies

Heitman is targeting a $2 billion raise for its debut self-storage fund, the manager's first sector-specific open-ended vehicle in North America. The move reflects growing institutional appetite for specialized real estate exposure in a segment that has benefited from demographic shifts and supply constraints. In healthcare private equity, newly launched Mako Capital made its first investment in Mangrove Health, with the Miami-based firm focusing on acquiring lower-middle market companies across healthcare, financial services and related sectors.

Real Estate Market Dynamics

The competitive landscape between public and private real estate investment is evolving, as listed firms like Digital Realty and Realty Income Trust have carved out unique positions with institutional investors seeking liquidity and scale. In Belgium, the Korean owners of the country's largest office asset filed a lawsuit against CBRE Loan Services, alleging that lenders pressured valuers to trigger a cash trap event in a dispute over property valuation.