Advocates say firms’ interest in the public markets is likely to have more success this time. Private equity has emerged as an alternative to the partnership model, snapping up accounting firms across ...

While Citrin Cooperman’s sale to Blackstone suggests that early private equity investors will make a sizeable return, the jury is still out on how more recent buyers will fare — let alone ...

Initially, Blackstone sought a majority stake but later agreed to pursue a smaller share. The firm was interested in acquiring about 15% of Haldiram’s at a valuation of $8 billion.

Larry Fink (left), CEO of BlackRock, and Stephen Schwarzman, CEO of Blackstone, on Park Avenue in New York on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. (Photograph by Aaron Richter) Financials. Cover; ...