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Leverage Cobalt LP During Market Volatility
December 14, 2020

Leverage Cobalt LP During Market Volatility

If we look at the past two decades, we can see a pattern of economic events that impact the market. When that occurs, it becomes critical to have a system in place to let you view, understand and manage that volatility. The development of technology solutions, like Cobalt LP, has[...]
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Analyze the Industry Impact of COVID-19
August 21, 2020

Analyze the Industry Impact of COVID-19

Given the current economic uncertainty due to COVID-19, many investors are concerned about the impact it will have on their private markets portfolios. This potential volatility can be measured in various ways; however, most investors are focused on an industry impact of COVID-19, to evaluate that volatility. Industry Impact of[...]
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Diligence in a Digital World
June 2, 2020

Diligence in a Digital World

In the current economic environment, filled with uncertainty stemming from the COVID-19 outbreak, LPs are even more focused on thoroughly diligencing new investments to make the most informed decision. Historically, a traditional diligence process relied on in-person meetings to get a better understanding of the company, financial portfolio and track[...]
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Chart of the Month: Historic Recessions in the Private Markets
April 24, 2020

Chart of the Month: Historic Recessions in the Private Markets

When we think about the potential impact of a recession on the private markets, we thought it best to look at cash flow behavior during historic recessions. Continue reading to understand the net cash flows, contribution rates and distribution rates during prior recessionary periods. Net cash flows are generally negative[...]
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GP to GP Deals in the Private Markets
April 2, 2020

GP to GP Deals in the Private Markets

Historically, GPs would exit a deal through an IPO. However, in today’s environment, most deals are too small for IPO. Therefore, GPs are exiting a deal by selling to another GP – also called a GP to GP deal. The number of these deals has risen substantially since 2010. Furthermore,[...]
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Private Markets Performance
March 16, 2020

Private Markets Performance

Investors in the private markets are typically focused on private markets performance in two ways: How have the private markets performed? How does that performance compare to the public markets? Using Cobalt LP’s benchmark and industry-level data, we’re able to take a look at both of these areas. Private Markets[...]
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Chart of the Month: IRR by Time Horizon and Strategy
February 21, 2020

Chart of the Month: IRR by Time Horizon and Strategy

When we view historical IRR by time horizon and strategy, we see that in the most recent quarter, private credit was the only negative returning strategy. YTD, the public markets have outperformed the private markets. However, private market strategies should be viewed over several years rather than just short-time horizons.[...]
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Private Markets in Asia: A Country-by-Country Guide
September 10, 2019

Private Markets in Asia: A Country-by-Country Guide

By: Mingchen Xia, Managing Director at Hamilton Lane and Shannon Chow, Principal at Hamilton Lane In 1991, the private markets landscape looked remarkably different than it does today. “Private equity” really just meant “buyout” and there were only a smattering of funds to choose from. Today, this asset class paints[...]
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Chart of the Month: Secondary Returns From Discount vs. Asset Growth
May 17, 2019

Chart of the Month: Secondary Returns From Discount vs. Asset Growth

Discounts are not necessarily the biggest driver of returns. Cobalt’s May Chart of the Month explains what this can mean for your secondary strategy returns.
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Public Market Equivalent (PME) in Private Equity
April 23, 2019

Public Market Equivalent (PME) in Private Equity

The importance of a public market equivalent (PME) analysis and how it allows investors to make direct comparisons between private market funds and public benchmarks.
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In 2016, Hamilton Lane, a global private markets asset management firm with more than 28 years of experience, together with Bison, a cutting-edge software solutions firm, brought Cobalt to the market. This unique partnership created a leading private markets platform with a robust product suite of solutions for both GPs and LPs.

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