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KKR (NYSE:KKR) has announced its second residential investment in Stockholm through a forward funding agreement with Swedish developer Reliwe for a new multifamily development in Täby. The project consists of three residential assets totaling 325 units with approximately 15,300 square meters of lettable area, scheduled for completion between 2026 and 2028.

Located 14 kilometers from Stockholm's city center, the development offers excellent public transport connectivity and proximity to Täby Centrum shopping center. This investment follows KKR's February 2025 investment in Haninge, bringing their Stockholm residential portfolio to approximately 700 units under development. The project will be managed in partnership with local operator Cavendo.

KKR has committed over SEK 6 billion to real estate investments in the Nordics, focusing on residential and logistics assets. The investment is being made through KKR's European Real Estate strategy.

KKR (NYSE:KKR) has announced the launch of Ascend Asia Financial Services Group, a new financial advisory platform in Singapore. The platform's first strategic move includes the acquisition of finexis advisory and its affiliates through KKR-managed funds.

The platform will be led by CEO Tomas Urbanec, former CEO of Prudential Singapore, alongside a seasoned leadership team including Chief Risk & Compliance Officer Tan Siew Yen and General Counsel Leonard Ong. Patrick Teow, former CEO of AIA Singapore, will serve as Senior Advisor.

Ascend Asia aims to empower member firms by providing strategic expertise, industry knowledge, and resources to enhance their capabilities. finexis, as the inaugural member, will continue to operate under its own brand with no changes to existing client relationships. The transaction, which has received in-principle approval from the Monetary Authority of Singapore, is expected to close in Q3 2025.

KKR (NYSE:KKR) has announced an agreement to sell its controlling stake in J.B. Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals (JB Pharma) to Torrent Pharmaceuticals in a significant two-phase transaction valued at INR 25,689 crores (on fully diluted basis).

The transaction structure includes: 1) Acquisition of 46.39% equity stake through a Share Purchase Agreement at INR 11,917 crores (INR 1,600 per share), followed by a mandatory open offer for up to 26% additional shares at INR 1,639.18 per share. 2) Merger between Torrent and JB Pharma where shareholders will receive 51 Torrent shares for every 100 JB Pharma shares.

The strategic acquisition strengthens Torrent's presence in the Indian pharmaceutical market, particularly in chronic segments, while providing entry into new areas like ophthalmology and CDMO capabilities. The deal requires approvals from various regulatory bodies including SEBI, Stock Exchanges, CCI, and NCLT.

KKR has reported significant monetization activity for Q2 2025 through June 20, with total realized performance income and investment income exceeding $475 million. The quarter-to-date activity comprises approximately 75% realized performance income and 25% realized investment income. The earnings are attributed to public secondary sales, strategic transactions, dividends, and interest income. This figure includes performance income expected to crystallize by June 30, 2025, based on May performance data. KKR emphasizes this is not a prediction for full Q2 2025 results as it excludes other income sources, fees, and expenses, and additional gains or losses may occur after this announcement.

KKR Income Opportunities Fund (NYSE: KIO) has declared monthly distributions of $0.1215 per common share for July, August, and September 2025. Based on the current share price of $12.27, this represents an annualized distribution rate of 11.88%. The distributions will be paid on July 31, August 29, and September 30, 2025, with corresponding ex-dates and record dates. The Fund, managed by KKR Credit Advisors, is a diversified, closed-end fund primarily investing in secured loans and high-yield corporate debt instruments, aiming to generate high current income with capital appreciation as a secondary objective.

KKR, a global investment firm, has signed agreements to acquire Zenith Energy, a leading Australian independent power producer, from a consortium including Pacific Equity Partners, OPTrust, and Foresight Group. Zenith Energy specializes in sustainable hybrid power solutions for remote mining operations and urban microgrids, with over 710MW contracted capacity across ~15 sites. The company recently completed a A$1.9 billion refinancing, securing over A$1 billion in growth capital. The investment, made through KKR's Asia Pacific Infrastructure Investors II Fund, aims to accelerate Zenith's growth in Australia's mining sector decarbonization efforts. Zenith's founder and management will retain a minority stake, and the transaction is expected to close in late 2025, subject to regulatory approvals.

Global Atlantic, a KKR subsidiary specializing in retirement and investment solutions, has unveiled a new brand identity and logo. The rebranding emphasizes the synergy between KKR's investment capabilities and Global Atlantic's insurance expertise. The refreshed brand identity reflects Global Atlantic's commitment to providing retirement security and investment solutions while maintaining its legacy in the retirement space. As part of KKR, Global Atlantic aims to address growing global demand for retirement and financial security solutions. The company's risk-management focus and client-driven approach enable the development of flexible strategies for savings, legacy planning, guaranteed income, and wealth protection. Co-Heads Billy Butcher and Manu Sareen emphasized the company's unique advantage stemming from its team strength and the cultural unity between Global Atlantic and KKR.

WEAVE LIVING and KKR have expanded their strategic partnership by acquiring six new residential properties in prime Tokyo locations, growing their portfolio to 17 properties within six months. Three properties are located in Tokyo's upscale Minato ward, including Roppongi, Minami Azabu, and Shirokane. The expansion will introduce the premium WEAVE RESIDENCES brand in Roppongi and Minami Azabu, offering luxury furnished family homes. The project will deliver over 240 fully-furnished luxury rental units starting fall 2025, targeting executives and professionals. The remaining locations will feature the WEAVE PLACE brand, providing furnished apartments for local professionals, expatriates, and corporates. KKR's investment comes from its Asia real estate strategy, adding to its existing Japanese real estate portfolio including J-REITs, hospitality, office assets, and multifamily properties.

CarbonCount Holdings 1 LLC (CCH1), a joint venture between HA Sustainable Infrastructure Capital (HASI) and KKR, has announced a $592 million private offering of 20-year fixed-rate senior unsecured notes. The notes were priced at a 6.76% weighted average coupon, with net proceeds of approximately $586 million after expenses. CCH1, formed in May 2024 to invest in clean energy projects across the US, will use the proceeds to invest in new and existing sustainable infrastructure projects. This transaction increases CCH1's investment capacity from $2 billion to $2.6 billion and extends its investment period through November 2026. Morgan Stanley and KKR Capital Markets acted as Joint Lead Placement Agents for the offering.