Key Takeaways Private Equity exits have changed dramatically in recent years, characterized by significant volatility, widened bid-ask spreads, and challenging liquidity dynamics. Alternative solutions for… Continue Reading
Rethinking ESG Due Diligence for Private Credit
As deal volume rebounds and competition tightens across private credit markets, lenders are under pressure to move fast – without missing risk. ESG diligence needs… Continue Reading
Why ESG + EHS Should be Integrated Into Your Next Deal
In today’s private equity landscape, ESG and EHS are no longer check-the-box exercises – they’re critical to protecting value and uncovering risk. That’s why Malk… Continue Reading
5 Ways ESG Drives Operational Efficiency in PE-Backed Companies
Executive Summary ESG isn’t just about compliance or reporting – when approached strategically, it’s a powerful tool for improving operational performance. In today’s private equity landscape,… Continue Reading
SB-261: What Private Equity Needs to Know About California’s Climate Risk Disclosure Law
What is SB-261? SB-261, also known as the Climate-Related Financial Risk Act (CRFRA), introduces a new climate disclosure regime that will impact many large, sponsor-backed… Continue Reading
Responsible Investment in Infrastructure
Key Takeaways: In the last decade, private infrastructure has grown into a mainstream asset class; AUM has more than quadrupled with annual growth near 20… Continue Reading
Incorporating ESG Under Limitations: Portfolio Engagement with Minority Ownership
Key Takeaways: Portfolio engagement is becoming table stakes for PE firms post investment, with added pressure from LPs and other reporting obligations Minority investors may… Continue Reading
2025 State of ESG: Insights from the Frontlines of Private Markets
Malk Partners’ 2025 State of ESG Report captures how ESG practices are evolving across private equity, private credit, venture capital, real estate, and infrastructure. Based… Continue Reading
New Executive Order Targets DEI in the Private Sector
Key Takeaways President Trump has issued an executive order (EO) titled “Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity”, which aims to constrain “illegal” private sector… Continue Reading
Top Reasons Private Market Investors Need Annual ESG Reports
Key Takeaways Institutional investors are setting higher expectations for ESG reporting, with 80% acknowledging ESG’s impact on financial performance and only 3% rating current sponsor… Continue Reading
ESG Forecast: Trends for 2025
Introduction In 2024, Malk’s network of private market investors and corporate clients continued to position management of environmental, social, and governance areas as a core… Continue Reading
Why EDCI Signatories Should Prioritize Early Data Validation
Key Takeaways EDCI signatories may experience setbacks when erroneous data is identified by the EDCI post-submission, leading to substantial rework on complex datasets and unplanned… Continue Reading
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