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The Carlyle Group Inc. (NASDAQ: CG) is a global investment firm in the portfolio management industry, active across Global Private Equity, Global Credit, and Carlyle AlpInvest. News related to Carlyle often reflects its role as a sponsor, backer, or majority owner of companies in sectors such as media services, energy infrastructure, maritime and defense services, specialty insurance, and medical technology.
On this page, readers can follow CG news that includes announcements from Carlyle itself and from businesses in which it holds significant stakes. Recent examples include NEP Group highlighting Carlyle as its largest shareholder in connection with a major equity investment and refinancing, ARMADA Parent Inc. describing itself as majority owned by Carlyle and another private equity firm in an acquisition of Poseidon Industrial, and NineDot Energy noting that it is backed by Carlyle and Manulife in a corporate debt facility to support battery energy storage projects.
Other news items show Carlyle’s presence in specialty insurance and medical device manufacturing through its backing of Vantage Group Holdings and Resonetics. These stories illustrate how Carlyle’s capital supports acquisitions, growth initiatives, and financing transactions across its portfolio.
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Truist Insurance Holdings, a subsidiary of Truist Financial Corporation (NYSE: TFC), announced its acquisition of BenefitMall, the largest benefits wholesale general agency in the U.S., from Carlyle (NASDAQ: CG). This strategic move will add approximately $150 million in annual revenue to Truist's wholesale division. The acquisition aims to diversify client solutions and enhance the overall client experience. The deal is expected to close in Q3 2022, pending customary conditions. BenefitMall, with over 40 years of experience, serves more than 140,000 businesses across the country.
The Carlyle Group (Nasdaq: CG) announced the departure of CEO Kewsong Lee as part of a mutual agreement with the Board, effective August 7, 2022. Bill Conway, co-founder and Non-Executive Co-Chairman, will serve as Interim CEO while a search committee seeks a permanent successor. The company emphasized its strong position with $376 billion in assets under management and reaffirmed its 2022 Fee Related Earnings target of $850 million. The transition aims to maintain momentum and enhance value for shareholders amidst macroeconomic challenges.
On August 1, 2022, White Mountains Insurance Group (NYSE: WTM) announced the completion of its sale of NSM Insurance Group to investment funds affiliated with Carlyle (NASDAQ: CG). This strategic move indicates a focus on optimizing its portfolio, although the company remains in a quiet period before releasing its second-quarter earnings. The transaction's details, including financial terms, were not disclosed, but it reflects White Mountains' ongoing efforts to enhance its market position.
Unison, a prominent provider of procurement and contract management software, is set to receive a majority investment from Madison Dearborn Partners (MDP). This investment will facilitate Unison's growth and software innovation in the government contracting sector. Existing investor Carlyle will sell its majority stake but will maintain a minority position. With over 200,000 end users, Unison serves all 15 U.S. cabinet-level agencies. The transaction is expected to close in Q3 2022, positioning Unison for accelerated development in federal government software solutions.
Abrigo has appointed Ravi Nemalikanti as its new Chief Technology Officer, effective immediately. He will guide the company's technology strategy and product development priorities. Nemalikanti's prior experience includes leading digital banking at NCR Corporation and a 14-year tenure at Thomson Reuters, where he held leadership roles across various sectors. His appointment aims to enhance Abrigo's innovative capabilities and competitive advantage in the financial technology sector, serving over 2,300 financial institutions in the U.S.
GTCR-backed Resonetics acquires Agile MV, enhancing capabilities in medical device development.
The acquisition aligns with Resonetics' strategy to lead in micro-manufacturing for interventional medical devices. Agile specializes in the rapidly growing electrophysiology and interventional cardiology markets. This marks Resonetics' tenth acquisition since GTCR's investment in 2018, reflecting a commitment to expanding capabilities and serving interventional medical device companies effectively.
CNSI has announced the formation of a new Board of Directors following its acquisition by Carlyle (NASDAQ: CG) in December 2021. The board includes industry experts like Donna Morea (Chair), Lawrence B. Prior III, Penny Thompson, and Tom Weston, who bring extensive experience in government technology and healthcare. CEO Todd Stottlemyer expressed optimism about leveraging this expertise to enhance CNSI's market position and accelerate key investments for state and federal healthcare clients.
AZZ Inc. has completed its acquisition of Precoat Metals, a division of Sequa Corporation, for approximately $1.28 billion. Precoat is a leading provider of metal coil coating solutions in North America, generating $700 million in sales and $137 million in adjusted EBITDA for the year ending December 31, 2021. This acquisition strengthens AZZ's position in the coatings market, expected to drive growth and profitability as they integrate Precoat into their operations. The move aligns with AZZ's strategy to expand their metal coatings offering and enhance operational scale.
On May 9, 2022, White Mountains Insurance Group (NYSE: WTM) announced the sale of NSM Insurance Group for $1.775 billion to Carlyle (NASDAQ: CG). The deal is expected to increase White Mountains' adjusted book value per share by approximately $280 and boost its undeployed capital from $0.4 billion to $1.7 billion. The transaction, set to close in the second half of 2022 pending regulatory approval, is seen as beneficial for both White Mountains' shareholders and NSM's management, facilitating NSM's growth with Carlyle's expertise.
3Q Digital has announced a definitive agreement to merge with DEPT®, creating a global powerhouse in digital marketing. The combined agency will consist of 3,000 specialists and manage over $3 billion in digital media spending across 180+ markets. This merger aims to enhance client experiences through integrated services and innovative technology. The transaction, subject to regulatory approval, is expected to close in Q2 2022. Post-merger, 3Q Digital will be rebranded as 3Q/DEPT™, providing a unified tech stack for clients.