KKR & Co. Inc. - KKR STOCK NEWS

FS KKR Capital Corp. II (NYSE: FSKR) will release its first quarter 2021 results after market close on May 10, 2021. The company will host a conference call on May 11, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. ET to discuss these results. Interested participants can join by dialing (833) 519-1290 or through a webcast available on FSKR's Investor Relations website. An investor presentation will also be accessible after the May 10 results release. FSKR is a prominent business development company focused on customized credit solutions for private middle market U.S. companies.

On April 14, 2021, KKR announced a definitive agreement to acquire Ensono, a leading hybrid IT services provider, from Charlesbank Capital Partners and M/C Partners. This strategic investment follows Ensono's strong growth, including its recent acquisition of Amido, a cloud consultancy. The acquisition aims to leverage KKR's extensive resources to enhance Ensono's capabilities and expand its service offerings. The transaction is expected to close within 60 days, pending regulatory approvals, although financial details were not disclosed.

KKR, a global investment firm, has announced the addition of three experienced executives to its Global Infrastructure team. Tim Short and Benoit Allehaut join as Managing Directors, while Benjamin Droz is appointed as Principal, all focused on renewable energy investments in North America. The firm has committed approximately $19.5 billion in renewable assets over the last decade, managing over $27 billion in total infrastructure assets. The new appointments come from Capital Dynamics, where the trio had significant roles in clean energy investments totaling $14.5 billion.

KKR announced the appointment of Sasank Chary as a Managing Director in its financial services team, based in New York. Chary has over 15 years of experience in the financial services and technology sectors, previously working at Reverence Capital Partners and Sageview Capital. His role will focus on sourcing investments in financial technology and services. KKR aims to leverage Chary's expertise to expand investment capabilities in its financial services segment, which includes recent investments in various sectors including insurance and payments.

On April 7, 2021, KKR announced its agreement to acquire a majority interest in Therapy Brands, a leading software platform for mental and behavioral healthcare providers, from its existing shareholders including Lightyear Capital, Oak HC/FT, and Greater Sum Ventures. Therapy Brands serves over 28,000 practices across the U.S. with comprehensive practice management and EHR solutions. The deal aims to enhance the platform's growth and delivery of technology-enabled solutions amidst increasing demand for mental health services. Financial terms were not disclosed.

KKR has announced the final close of its KKR Asian Fund IV, raising US$15 billion for private equity investments in the Asia Pacific region. KKR is investing US$1.3 billion of its own capital alongside commitments from global investors. The fund aims to tap into growth opportunities driven by rising consumption, urbanization, and corporate realignments. With over US$30 billion in assets under management in Asia Pacific, this fund is the largest dedicated to the region, receiving strong support from both new and existing investors.

Sempra Energy has signed an agreement to sell a 20% interest in its new platform, Sempra Infrastructure Partners, to KKR for $3.37 billion. This values the platform at approximately $25.2 billion including debt. The deal aims to consolidate Sempra's infrastructure investments into a self-funding model, enhancing growth potential in cleaner energy markets in North America. Proceeds will support Sempra's $32 billion capital program and strengthen its balance sheet. The transaction is expected to close by mid-2021, pending regulatory approvals.

Seattle-based Urban Renaissance Group and KKR have announced the acquisition of the 300 Pine St building, a significant property in downtown Seattle. This mixed-use, 770,000 sq. ft. historic building will feature 85,000 sq. ft. of renovated retail space and 682,000 sq. ft. of fully-leased office space. The acquisition represents KKR's fourth investment in the Puget Sound area, aligning with their strategy focused on high-quality assets. This investment reflects confidence in Seattle’s market, which is characterized by a strong workforce and attractive living conditions.

KKR has acquired The Exchange, a 750,000-square-foot Class A office complex in San Francisco, for approximately $1 billion from Kilroy Realty Corporation. This acquisition aligns with KKR's core plus real estate strategy and emphasizes its commitment to the West Coast market. The property is fully leased to a major technology company and features modern lab-ready infrastructure. KKR's real estate assets under management have reached about $28 billion globally, indicating strong growth in this sector.