Kim Kardashian's $1 Billion Buyout Pitch Leans On Her Social Media Reach

  • Debut fund looking to raise $1 billion from investors
  • Private equity funds face challenging fundraising environment

Kim Kardashian

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Kim Kardashian’s debut private equity fund aims to raise at least $1 billion as buyout firms grapple with one of the toughest fundraising environments in years.

The firm, SKKY Partners, has a unique asset to elevate its profile as it tries to raise that cash — the millions of fans and followers who watch Kardashian’s every move on social media.