Investors are demanding more detailed ESG disclosures from private market managers, with carbon emissions and social impact taking centre stage.
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Rumah Group and Foundation is steadily expanding its footprint beyond ocean investments, carving out a thoughtful approach to decarbonisation in the built space, balancing financial returns with sustainable impact.
British International Investment is intensifying its focus on high-impact investments in Asia, particularly in renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure.
British International Investment is ramping up its renewable energy investments in Southeast Asia, aiming to bridge the climate finance gap in a region facing surging energy demand.
Malaysia’s pension fund KWAP records highest-ever investment income; PAG has raised $4 billion for an opportunistic real estate fund; Qantas Super completes its merger with the Australian Retirement Trust; and more.
Maharlika Investment Corporation to acquire 20% of National Grid amid China tensions; Swedfund commits €40m to emerging markets infrastructure; ADQ launches $1.2bn mining venture; and more.
Hong Kong pension posts 8.6% return in 2024; AustralianSuper acquires 50% of $858 million warehouse portfolio; Bain Capital matches $1.76 billion Insignia bid; and more.
Propelled by growing demographics and development of technologies, the APAC region is likely to see a resurgence of infrastructure investment in 2025.
Two Trees Capital, the Genting Group's single-family office, is targeting sustainable investments in Asia's booming food and beverage sector, focusing on value-for-money brands and supply chain resilience.
Singapore sovereign fund acquires minority stake in Brisbane Airport; Kansas pension sells $300 million of Chinese securities amid state restrictions; Australian super funds hit $2.6 trillion milestone; and more.
Catalytic debt could be a game-changer for blended finance, offering a bridge between project development and commercial viability in emerging markets according to Temasek's head of financial services.
While every start-up is positioning itself around AI, venture investors are unlikely to fall for the hype. However, they do see the greatest potential in Southeast Asia.
