Investments and business

How are co-investments reshaping the economics of private equity deals?

Private Equity’s New Frontier: Co-Investment Strategies

Co-investments allow limited partners, such as pension funds, sovereign investors, and family offices, to invest directly alongside a private equity sponsor in a specific deal. Instead of committing capital solely through a blind pool fund, investors gain targeted exposure to individual transactions. Over the past decade, co-investments have shifted from a niche accommodation to a central feature of private equity dealmaking.The growth has been driven by rising fund sizes, intensified competition for assets, and investor demand for lower fees and greater control. Industry surveys estimate that global private equity co-investment allocations now exceed several hundred billion dollars, with many large…
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Ficohsa strengthens its regional leadership in the MERCO 2025 Rankings

Ficohsa Tops MERCO 2025: Regional Leadership Solidified

Ficohsa strengthens its solid standing through its notable visibility in the MERCO 2025 rankings across Honduras, Guatemala, Panama, and El Salvador. This acknowledgement reaffirms the confidence of its principal stakeholders and highlights the effectiveness of management focused on sustainability and responsible growth in every country where it operates.Being part of MERCO, among the most acclaimed corporate reputation monitors in Ibero-America, highlights the organization’s regional influence and underscores the steadiness of its business model, which is grounded in ethics, transparency, and innovation.Recognition for Group Companies in the RegionThe various companies within the group were evaluated in their respective markets, demonstrating the…
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Ficohsa strengthens its regional leadership in the MERCO 2025 Rankings

Ficohsa Strengthens Regional Leadership in Latest MERCO 2025 Rankings

Ficohsa consolidates its strong reputation with its prominent presence in the MERCO 2025 rankings in Honduras, Guatemala, Panama, and El Salvador. This recognition confirms the trust of its key stakeholders and the effectiveness of management focused on sustainability and responsible development in every country where it operates.Inclusion in MERCO, one of the most recognized corporate reputation monitors in Ibero-America, reflects the organization’s regional reach and the consistency of its business model, based on ethics, transparency, and innovation.Recognition for Group Companies in the RegionThe various companies within the group were evaluated in their respective markets, demonstrating the breadth of their presence…
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The real estate dilemma in Panamá Oeste: rent or invest?

Panamá Oeste Real Estate: Rent vs. Invest?

Panamá Oeste has established itself as one of the most dynamic real estate regions in the country. Its urban growth, improved road infrastructure, and proximity to the capital have attracted the interest of both those looking to establish their residence and investors analyzing medium- and long-term opportunities. In this scenario, a frequent question arises: is it more convenient to rent or invest in a property in this expanding area?The debate gains even more weight in coastal zones, where developments like Playa Dorada Residences and Beach Club have boosted the allure of seaside living while offering convenient access to the capital.…
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