Kohlberg Kravis Roberts’ European in-house capital markets business saw pre-tax profits leap in 2013, after it secured major bookrunning roles on a number of deals in the UK and Europe.

KKR Capital Markets, which houses KKR's business advising portfolio companies and external clients on accessing the capital markets, saw pre-tax profits rise to £12.3 million in 2013, up from £4.7 million the previous year, according to regulatory filings.