Manulife Investment Management, a multinational insurance company and financial services provider, agreed to acquire a minority stake in ARCH Capital, a real estate private equity investment manager. Financial terms were not diisclosed. “This transaction is a tremendous complement to our ambitious Asia private markets and real estate growth strategy, and a strong amplification of our core strengths. ARCH Capital boasts a highly credible and experienced team with a long, established track record, and differentiated local presence in key Asia markets. This partnership further demonstrates our commitment to the fast-growing Asia region and will allow us to add even more value to our investors with broadened deal access, deepened investment management capabilities, and enhanced operational support,” Christoph Schumacher, Manulife Investment Management Global Head of Real Assets.