KKR

What is KKR?

KKR, also known as Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co., is a leading global investment firm with a storied history dating back to 1976. KKR specializes in a variety of investment strategies including private equity, infrastructure, real estate, credit, and capital markets, with particular expertise in insurance solutions.

They have a substantial presence with offices in 26 cities across 17 countries, providing a globally local touch through deep-rooted expertise that's augmented by the broader capabilities of the global platform.

At KKR, the investment philosophy goes beyond capital.

By employing an extensive network of operational experts, advisors in various industries, and resources in geopolitical and sustainability domains, they aim to create value that surpasses the act of investing alone. Their collaborative teamwork ethos features deep sector expertise and a one-firm approach, working together to identify and capitalize on specific investment themes, demonstrating disciplined deployment, global resources, and consistent execution. Furthermore, KKR advocates for shared ownership, believing that success is best achieved collectively, and aligns with the companies and clients they invest with by co-investing in those funds.

The statistics showcasing their performance include $154 billion of capital invested and $52 billion available for investment, with a portfolio exceeding 200 companies. In the private equity domain, KKR undertakes various strategies such as traditional buyouts, investments in high-quality, long-hold core companies, middle-market enterprises with growth potential, and impact investing aligned with the U.N.

Sustainable Development Goals. They also support high-growth technology companies via their Tech Growth fund, focusing on sectors like software, cybersecurity, FinTech, Internet, data, and information, primarily in North America, Europe, and Israel.

Their Health Care Growth fund invests in high-growth health care companies across multiple sub-sectors. KKR's ethos of broad-based employee ownership is a pillar of their strategy, inspired by the belief that employee alignment can drive breakthrough results in businesses.