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KKR & Co Inc (KKR) is a leading global alternative asset manager with a 45+ year track record in private equity, credit, and infrastructure investments. This page provides investors and financial professionals with timely access to official press releases, earnings reports, and strategic updates directly from KKR.
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Harley-Davidson (NYSE:HOG) has announced a strategic partnership with KKR and PIMCO that transforms Harley-Davidson Financial Services (HDFS) into a capital-light business. The deal includes the sale of 4.9% common equity interests to each partner and over $5 billion of retail loan receivables at a premium to par.
The transaction unlocks approximately $1.25 billion in discretionary cash for Harley-Davidson, values HDFS at ~1.75x post-transaction book value, and includes a 5-year agreement where partners will purchase about two-thirds of annual HDFS retail loan originations. The company plans to reduce $450 million of debt and return $500 million to shareholders. HDFS will maintain control and continue originating and servicing both new and existing retail loans.
KKR (NYSE:KKR) announced that Japan Post Insurance will invest $2 billion (approximately JPY 300 billion) in a new vehicle sponsored by Global Atlantic, KKR's wholly-owned subsidiary. The investment represents over 50% of the vehicle, which is expected to begin operations in the first half of 2026.
This strategic partnership, initially announced in June 2023, aims to accelerate Japan Post Insurance's global growth strategy and revenue diversification through access to Global Atlantic's insurance, reinsurance, and strategic activities. The investment will be made over time and is expected to have minimal impact on Japan Post Insurance's consolidated financial results for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026.
The collaboration strengthens KKR and Global Atlantic's presence in Japan while advancing their global insurance strategy, particularly in addressing retirement needs in aging populations across U.S. and international markets.
[ "Strategic $2 billion investment from Japan Post Insurance strengthens KKR's global insurance platform", "Expansion of Global Atlantic's presence in U.S. and international markets", "Partnership enables revenue diversification through access to U.S. annuity and global reinsurance markets", "Minimal financial impact expected on Japan Post Insurance's FY2026 results" ]Global Atlantic, a subsidiary of KKR (NYSE:KKR), has been featured in Barron's 100 Best Annuities Guide for the fourth consecutive year. The company's two highlighted products include the Income 150+ SE fixed index annuity and ForeStructured Growth II Advisory registered index-linked annuity.
The Income 150+ SE offers a distinctive feature providing a 20% boost in Withdrawal Base for guaranteed income, effectively making $120,000 available for income calculations on a $100,000 investment. The ForeStructured Growth II Advisory was recognized in the Best RILAs category for its buffer, floor, trigger rate, and dual directional strategies.
KKR (NYSE:KKR) has announced a significant tender offer for Topcon Corporation (TSE:7732), launching a management buyout through TK Co., Ltd. The tender offer will run from July 29 to September 9, 2025, with a price of JPY 3,300 per common share and JPY 193,400 per 7th Series Share Acquisition Right.
The transaction involves key stakeholders, with Topcon's President and CEO Takashi Eto agreeing to tender his shares. Following the completion, both Eto and funds managed by JIC Capital will invest in KKR-managed vehicles that will own Topcon. Additionally, major shareholder ValueAct Capital has agreed to participate in both the tender offer and subsequent investment.
KKR's investment will primarily come from its Asian Fund IV, targeting Topcon, a global leader in manufacturing technology specializing in optical and precision measurement technology.
KKR (NYSE:KKR) has announced a strategic A$500 million partnership with CleanPeak Energy to expand distributed energy solutions in Australia. The investment, made through KKR's Global Climate Transition strategy, marks its first Asia-Pacific investment in this sector.
CleanPeak Energy, founded in 2017, currently operates over 50 distributed generation sites across Australia, including 140MW of Solar Assets and 35MWH of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects. The company is executing over $200 million in ongoing construction projects.
The partnership aims to grow CleanPeak's distributed solar, battery storage, and micro-grid solutions for Australia's commercial and industrial sector. The transaction is expected to close in H2 2025, subject to regulatory approvals.
KKR (NYSE:KKR) has completed its acquisition of Metronet, a major fiber-to-the-home provider, through a joint venture with T-Mobile. Metronet currently serves over 2.6 million homes and businesses across 300+ communities in 19 states, with 42,000 miles of fiber coverage.
Under the deal structure, Metronet will become a wholesale internet services provider, with T-Mobile Fiber acquiring Metronet's residential customers. Metronet will maintain its commercial services business and continue network infrastructure development. This acquisition adds to KKR's substantial digital infrastructure portfolio, which includes $31 billion in equity commitments to digital infrastructure and $20 billion in power and renewables.
KKR (NYSE:KKR) has announced a strategic investment in SupplyHouse, a leading e-commerce platform for HVAC, plumbing, and electrical products. SupplyHouse, founded in 2004, has served over 7 million customers across the U.S. through its proprietary platform and TradeMaster loyalty program.
The investment comes through KKR's Ascendant Strategy, part of its Americas Private Equity platform, focusing on middle market businesses. SupplyHouse, with its 1,200 team members, will maintain its employee-centric culture and collaborate with KKR to ensure team members share in the company's future success. Financial terms of the investment were not disclosed.
KKR (NYSE:KKR) has announced a significant minority investment in ghSMART, a leading global leadership advisory firm, through its Ascendant Fund. Founded in 1995 by Dr. Geoff Smart, ghSMART has completed nearly 30,000 leadership assessments and over 5,000 C-Suite advisory engagements with a remarkable 98% client satisfaction rate.
The transaction maintains ghSMART's majority ownership with its founder, partners, and employees, while current CEO Jeff McLean continues to lead the company. KKR will support ghSMART's growth initiatives, including expanding its client base, developing digital product offerings, and enhancing its employee ownership program for all 173 employees.
KKR (NYSE:KKR) has released its 2025 Mid-Year Global Macro Outlook titled "Make Your Own Luck," authored by Henry McVey, CIO of KKR's Balance Sheet and Head of Global Macro and Asset Allocation. The report maintains a positive market outlook despite early 2025 turbulence, citing favorable financial conditions, global easing cycles, and productivity gains as key drivers.
The outlook presents several notable predictions, including WTI oil prices declining to $60 per barrel in H2 2025-2026, sustained low unemployment rates, and European markets outperforming expectations. The report emphasizes opportunities in Private Equity and Infrastructure investments, while advocating for assets with collateral-based cash flows and inflation-adjustment capabilities.
The analysis suggests focusing on control positions in Private Equity, senior Credit positions, and Real Assets with inflation-linked contracts as strategic investment approaches in the current market environment.KKR & Co. (NYSE: KKR), a leading global investment firm, has scheduled its second quarter 2025 financial results announcement for Thursday, July 31, 2025, before the NYSE market opening. The company will host a conference call at 9:00 a.m. ET on the same day to discuss the results.
Investors can access the call via phone at (877) 407-0312 (U.S.) or +1 (201) 389-0899 (international), or through the live webcast available on KKR's Investor Center website. A replay will be available on the company's website approximately one hour after the broadcast.
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