North America a major source of deal flow with 175 deals totalling US$26.7 billion
Q2 numbers relfect continuing harsh conditions
Increased investments by Canadian funds both at home and abroad
Indiana-based USIC provides construction support services for more than 400 utilities across the U.S.
Natural resources fund offers access to longer term investment opportunities
Data represent an improvement from this point last year
Smaller deals, less leverage, more government oversight
“Brand new era” of private equity creates opportunity
Down in dollar terms, steady in number of deals
Northleaf Capital Parnters to manage new investment