Kohlberg Kravis Roberts’ European capital markets advisory arm posted a six-fold increase in pre-tax profit in 2012, according to filings, as it continues to secure bookrunner roles on deals.

KKR Capital Markets Limited, which houses KKR's business advising portfolio companies and external clients on accessing the capital markets, posted a post-tax profit of £3.5m in the 12 months to December 31, versus £548,521 the previous year.