Brexit

Potential post-Brexit models, such as those used by Switzerland and Canada, would change the way UK managers raise money in the EU.

Listed funds of funds managed by HarbourVest Partners and SL Capital Partners were among vehicles that had drops in their share price after the UK's referendum result on Thursday.

The advisory firm expects other European countries to announce EU referendum votes, leading to further sales of private equity holdings.

In the short term, Britain’s vote to leave the EU will bring dislocation and slowdown in the market, though it may lead to an increase in sales once the dust settles.

Deals are taking longer to close due to political uncertainty, according to the head of Aberdeen Asset Management's buyout, secondaries, mezzanine and direct co-investments unit.

The industry body’s opposition to the UK leaving the European Union is in line with most private equity firms, according to new research.

A survey by fund administrator Augentius found that 85% of European and 81% of US private equity and real estate firms want Britain to remain in the EU.

The secondaries house and global investment manager are among firms relocating to bigger office spaces in London’s West End as staff numbers grow and leases expire.

Private equity fund managers in the UK should consider what an exit vote could mean for marketing and fundraising in Europe.

The private equity industry has voted that the UK should remain part of the European Union.