The Pulse of Private Equity – 10/21/2019

Distributions – timing is everything

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With illiquid asset classes like PE, it’s hard but worthwhile to try to figure out how quickly LP dollars go in and out of funds. Our latest analyst note on cash flow management focuses on distribution numbers, with interesting results for market observers and actionable data for limited partners. Through experience, most LPs know that capital calls tend to happen quickly while distributions can become a guessing game.