CVC enters race to acquire Avendus Capital from KKR – report

Group 1 - CVC Capital Partners is evaluating the possibility of acquiring a majority stake in Avendus Capital, currently owned by KKR & Co, with discussions still in early stages [1][2] - The acquisition could provide Avendus with the necessary global support to enhance its market share in advisory and asset management sectors [2] - KKR holds approximately 63% of Avendus and is open to other potential buyers, including Mizuho Financial Group, which previously attempted to acquire Avendus at a valuation of around $800 million [3][4] Group 2 - Gaurav Deepak is the current CEO of Avendus, and KKR has not commented on the ongoing discussions, while CVC has also not responded to inquiries [4] - Other potential suitors for Avendus include Nomura Holdings and The Carlyle Group [4] - KKR launched Ascend Asia Financial Services Group in Singapore in June 2023, indicating its ongoing expansion efforts [4]