Private Markets
Private-Fund Hurdle Rate
Definition
What is Private-Fund Hurdle Rate?
The minimum return that must be achieved before carried interest becomes payable under the fund terms.
Example in practice
How This Looks in Practice
The manager earns carry only after the fund exceeds an 8% hurdle.
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