Europe is a “critical” geography, says giant US alternative investment manager Hamilton Lane.
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May 2, 2025
Hamilton Lane: 'We've seen a massive increase in GP-led secondaries'
The US firm with $956bn in assets under management is actively investing in Europe with its new VC fund
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