Track recorded fund announcements, transactions, leadership appointments and strategic developments from DataBane's published research.
SaverLife and the Electrical Training Alliance announced a financial-wellness app for electrical apprentices, supported by funding from The BlackRock Foundation’s Future Builders initiative. The program provides financial guidance and savings tools through the alliance’s apprenticeship network.
Humana signed a joint venture agreement with HPS-managed funds and accounts, part of BlackRock, for nearly 150 CenterWell senior primary care clinics. The proposed arrangement would replace WCAS through acquisition of its stake, which Humana valued at approximately $2.8 billion. CenterWell would retain a minority interest and continue operations. The October 13 announcement expected completion in the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to closing conditions and regulatory approval. Exact ownership percentages and additional growth-capital commitments were not disclosed.
BC Partners Credit announced a preliminary commitment and plans for up to $300 million in LIV Golf financing, subject to bankruptcy court approval. The stated ceiling is not funded capital.
InfoRLife appointed Dimitris Kadis chief executive effective October 1, 2026, to lead its separation from ACS Dobfar. The announcement explicitly says BC Partners' previously agreed co-control investment has not yet closed.
Ted Goldthorpe and Mike Terwilliger discussed the global bond selloff and interest-rate environment in BC Partners' October 1 credit commentary.
The Alliance for America’s Skilled Trades announced 14 new members, including Blackstone, Meta and NVIDIA. Founded in July 2026 by BlackRock, Carhartt, Ford and Google, the alliance brings employers and other organizations together to support skilled-trades training and career opportunities.
