KKR & Co. Inc. - KKR STOCK NEWS

KKR and Kairoi Residential announced the acquisition of Novē at Knox, a luxury multifamily development in Dallas, Texas, from KBS and Southern Land Company for approximately $1.8 billion. This 310-unit, 19-story complex, completed in March 2021, is strategically located near high-end amenities and aims to cater to the growing demand for luxury apartments in the Sun Belt region. KKR's residential real estate footprint expands to over 2,500 units, reflecting its focus on high-growth markets, bolstered by strong economic fundamentals.

eRESI Mortgage, LLC, a private capital solutions provider for the residential mortgage market, has secured a strategic investment from subsidiaries of Global Atlantic Financial Group, becoming its majority owner. This transition will facilitate the establishment of eRESI Capital LLC, led by Gregory Tsang and Tim Wang. Since its inception in 2019, eRESI has been growing its presence in the Non-Agency loan sector, promising enhanced credit products and services to financial institutions. The collaboration aims to optimize growth and efficiency in mortgage funding.

KKR & Co. has appointed Joe Bae and Scott Nuttall as Co-Chief Executive Officers, effective immediately. Co-Founders Henry Kravis and George Roberts will remain Executive Co-Chairmen. This leadership transition is part of a corporate reorganization aimed at enhancing governance and aligning interests with common stockholders. KKR is also undergoing significant structural changes, including combining with KKR Holdings L.P. and eliminating preferred stocks, which are expected to provide shareholders with increased rights and simplify corporate structure.

Cloudera has successfully completed its acquisition by affiliates of Clayton, Dubilier & Rice and KKR in an all-cash deal valued at approximately $5.3 billion. Following the acquisition, Cloudera's common stock will no longer trade on the New York Stock Exchange. CEO Rob Bearden expressed excitement about the company's future as a private entity, emphasizing the potential for enhanced flexibility and resources to drive product innovation and customer growth in a hybrid cloud space.

Global Atlantic Financial Group announced the appointment of Alberto Autmezguine as Managing Director, CFO, and Chief Actuary for its Bermuda operations. Autmezguine, with nearly 25 years in the insurance sector, previously held key roles at Oceanview Reinsurance and Prudential Financial. He will be pivotal in financial and actuarial strategy, reporting to Manu Sareen, President of Institutional Markets. This leadership change signals Global Atlantic's focus on strengthening its operations and enhancing its finance capabilities.

KKR has acquired a 226,000 square-foot industrial distribution property in the Papago industrial park, Phoenix, Arizona. Built in 2000 and recently renovated, the facility is leased long-term to a leading industrial manufacturer. It offers features like 30-foot clear heights and direct rail access, ensuring efficient logistics. This acquisition expands KKR’s industrial real estate portfolio in Phoenix to approximately two million square feet. The deal was executed through the KKR Real Estate Partners Americas III fund.

KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE: KKR) has appointed Evan Spiegel, Co-Founder and CEO of Snap Inc., to its Board of Directors. This addition increases the number of independent directors to eleven out of a total of fifteen board seats. Spiegel's expertise in technology and innovation is expected to enhance KKR's strategic direction. KKR is a leading global investment firm that focuses on alternative asset management and capital solutions, aiming to deliver attractive investment returns through disciplined investment approaches.

KKR has released a new macro report titled "Dream Big," authored by Henry McVey, focusing on the insurance industry's adaptation to low yields. The report is based on a survey of 50 CIOs managing nearly $7 trillion in assets. Key findings include a decrease in average investment yields from 4.2% in 2017 to 3.2% in 2021 and a shift towards non-traditional investments, now comprising 31.8% of portfolios. The report highlights ongoing interest in alternatives, including Private Equity and Infrastructure, while addressing concerns over inflation and the competitive landscape in the insurance industry.

KKR announced the completion of a tender offer for 262,937,672 common shares of First Gen Corporation, representing 7.3% of its outstanding shares. KKR waived its 205 million share limit and will acquire the shares at ₱33 (US$0.65) each, totaling ₱8.68 billion (approximately US$171 million). Post-transaction, KKR will hold a 19.9% stake in First Gen, which is a major independent power producer in the Philippines, generating power primarily through renewable sources. This investment underlines KKR's commitment to the Philippines and its infrastructure strategy.