KKR has agreed to acquire Gen II, a fund administrator for private-capital funds, in a deal valuing the business at approximately $5 billion including debt. The transaction is expected to be announced shortly. Gen II provides tax, compliance, and back-office services to over 12,000 entities. KKR is buying from investors led by Hg and General Atlantic.

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