Hamilton Lane Incorporated - HLNE STOCK NEWS

Hamilton Lane has raised over $850 million of impact and sustainable capital since early 2021, including the final closing of Hamilton Lane Impact Fund II, which raised $370 million. The firm's total platform assets focused on sustainable investment strategies have increased by more than $850 million. Hamilton Lane is emerging as a leader in sustainable and impact strategies in the private markets.

Hamilton Lane (NASDAQ: HLNE) announced senior promotions across its global offices on April 12, 2023. Women represent two-thirds of the promoted Managing Directors, emphasizing the firm's commitment to diversity, with approximately one-third of senior leadership being female. The promotions span various departments, including Investment and Client Solutions. CEO Mario Giannini highlighted the firm's growth, expanding to 22 offices and nearly 600 employees while recently being recognized on multiple prestigious lists, including 'Best Places to Work in Money Management' for the 11th consecutive year. As of December 31, 2022, Hamilton Lane manages nearly $832 billion in assets, showcasing its significant footprint in private markets investment management.

Securitize and Onramp Invest have announced a partnership to tokenize private equity funds, starting with Hamilton Lane's Equity Opportunities Fund V, providing expanded access for investors. This initiative aims to democratize investment opportunities in private equity, traditionally reserved for institutional investors. The integration allows financial advisors to manage diverse portfolios, including digital assets and private equity. Onramp's platform can now offer qualified investors access to tokenized feeder funds, enhancing liquidity and reducing entry barriers. This collaboration signifies a transformative step in private equity investing, potentially allowing a broader range of investors to engage in a lucrative asset class.

Western Veterinary Partners has secured a strategic growth investment from institutional partners, led by Tyree & D’Angelo Partners, LGT Capital Partners, and Hamilton Lane (HLNE). This minority equity investment aims to bolster Western's capacity to expand its network of veterinary hospitals across the U.S. The company has demonstrated strong organic growth and successful acquisitions in attractive markets, enhancing its presence and services for companion animal veterinarians. The investment will empower Western to positively impact local communities by providing essential support to veterinary practices.

Hamilton Lane (NASDAQ: HLNE) released its 2023 Market Overview, asserting that private markets outperformed public markets in 2022, achieving significant advantages across various strategies. The report, drawing from a database with nearly $17 trillion in assets, highlights that private credit, secondaries, and infrastructure will present compelling investment opportunities despite a forecasted challenging fundraising environment. Although fundraising figures are predicted to decline from 2021, valuations in most sectors are deemed accurate. The report cautions investors to approach the year ahead with discipline amid ongoing macroeconomic challenges.

Hamilton Lane Incorporated (Nasdaq: HLNE) announced the pricing of an underwritten public offering of 671,737 shares of Class A common stock, generating approximately $51.7 million in gross proceeds. The offering is set to close on March 9, 2023. The proceeds will be used to facilitate cash exchanges of membership units in Hamilton Lane Advisors, L.L.C. The firm, a leader in private markets investment management with $831.9 billion in assets under management as of December 31, 2022, will not receive proceeds from the selling stockholder's shares. BofA Securities is the book-running manager for this offering.