Rest of Asia
As many as 21 Japan-based first-time managers made the final close in 2024.
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Singapore
LPs are no longer passive in co-investments but seek better visibility into the exit potential.
LPs are now exercising caution due to underwhelming DPIs
An increasingly active secondaries market would also help drive DPIs.
“Returns in the region have failed to match that of US-focused funds,” says Michael Liu, MD.
LGT continues to see China as one of the real opportunities in Asian PE today.
Many LPs have indicated plans to focus on Asia in 2025, says Kerrine Koh.
LPs are looking to free up capital in decades-long funds amid an exit drought.
The Swiss firm has not committed significantly in the region yet.