Ares Said to Weigh Takeover of Partners-Backed Form Technologies

Ares Management Corp. is exploring a potential buyout of industrial manufacturer Form Technologies, people familiar with the matter said.

The investment firm is considering financing the deal in part through a combination of preferred equity and common shares and is seeking a co-investor to participate in the equity portion, the people said.

Jefferies Financial Group Inc. has also been sounding out investors about a debt package to help fund a buyout of Form, which is backed by Partners Group Holding AG, according to the people. A $650 million term loan is being pitched with an interest rate of ...