High Distributions From Private Equity Likely To Continue: Preqin

Despite a recent record distribution of capital, if GPs continue to find attractive exit routes, then high distribution levels are likely to continue for some time, notes Preqin.

Preqin in a September 2014 report titled: “Record Private Equity Distributions – Will It Continue?” notes LPs will be relieved to see distribution levels picking up following the lack of capital return between 2008 and 2010.

Private equity: Record capital distribution

According to the Preqin report, record amount of capital have been distributed to investors globally in 2013 with a total of $388 billion called and $568 billion distributed. This is in comparison to $492 billion and $381 billion respectively in 2012. As captured in the following graph, 2013 was a notable...