private equity

Brazilian digital bank Nubank is reportedly in early stage talks with UK challenger bank Monzo about a full takeover. At the same time, private equity firm Advent International has been named among several buyout firms interested in acquiring a minority stake in Monzo. No deal has been agreed, and the talks are described as preliminary, but the news has sparked discussion about consolidation in the challenger banking sector.

Private equity real estate firm Sterling Organization has acquired a portfolio of grocery-anchored retail centers totaling 277,057 square feet across California and Hawaii. The deal adds supermarket-anchored properties to the firm's holdings, a segment investors often favor for steady traffic and resilience. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Discussion is turning to private-placement life insurance, a niche product that lets wealthy investors funnel excess premiums into alternative assets such as private equity while shielding gains inside an insurance wrapper. Commenters are weighing the pitfalls against the perks, as high interest in tax-efficient structures meets growing scrutiny of how the affluent use insurance vehicles to shelter investment returns.

Hertha Metals has secured $133.65 million in new funding, with an equity investment from the United States government included in the round. The metals startup's ability to attract direct federal investment is drawing attention, as it signals government interest in strengthening domestic critical materials supply chains. Details on how the funds will be used and the government's stake have not been fully disclosed.

Private equity real estate firm Sterling Organization is continuing its strategy of acquiring retail properties located near neighborhoods with six-figure household incomes, according to commercial real estate news outlet GlobeSt. The firm targets shopping centers serving affluent residents, betting on steady consumer spending. The report highlights the firm's ongoing expansion in this niche of the retail property market.

Private equity real estate firm Sterling Organization has acquired three retail properties, according to an announcement by CommercialSearch. The deal expands the firm's retail portfolio, though details on the assets' locations, prices and tenants were not disclosed. The purchase adds to a recent run of investor activity in US shopping center assets, where firms have been picking up retail properties at adjusted valuations.

Apollo Global Management has announced it will release its third quarter 2026 financial results on November 3, 2026. The scheduling notice gives investors and analysts a date to expect the asset manager's quarterly earnings figures and the accompanying call with management. Quarterly results from Apollo are closely watched for signs of performance across its credit, private equity and retirement services businesses.